Question

body composition is best described as ______. a. the amount of lean muscle in a body b. the total amount of muscle in a body c. the total mass of fat in the abdomen d. the ratio of fat to other tissue in a body please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

To determine the best description of body composition, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Body composition isn't just about lean muscle; it includes fat and other tissues too. So A is incorrect.
• Option B: Body composition isn't limited to the total amount of muscle; it involves fat and other components. So B is incorrect.
• Option C: Body composition isn't only about abdominal fat; it's about fat throughout the body relative to other tissues. So C is incorrect.
• Option D: Body composition is defined as the ratio of fat mass to the mass of other tissues (like muscle, bone, organs) in the body. This matches the scientific definition.

Answer:

D. the ratio of fat to other tissue in a body