Question

kyle is 30 years old, weighs 125 pounds, and is 72 inches tall. use the formula and chart below, as well as a calculator, to evaluate his weight, and then answer the question. bmi = weight (in pounds) ÷ height (in inches)² × 703 bmi categories, general underweight: less than 18.5 normal weight: 18.5 - 24.9 overweight: 25 - 29.9 obese: 30 or greater given kyles bmi, which statement is most likely true of kyles health risks? high risk of diabetes and being obese high risk based on weight and age possible risk of malnutrition

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate Kyle's BMI

Given the formula \(BMI=\text{Weight (in pounds)}\div[\text{Height (in inches)}]^2\times703\).
Substitute Weight \( = 125\) pounds and Height \(=72\) inches into the formula:

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Step2: Analyze the BMI category

Since \(BMI = 17<18.5\), Kyle is in the under - weight category. People in the under - weight category are at a possible risk of malnutrition.

Answer:

Possible risk of malnutrition