Question

which term reflects the proportions of muscle, bone, fat, and other tissue that make up a person’s total body weight? select one a. metabolic syndrome b. body weight distribution c. body mass index d. body composition e. relative energy index

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A (Metabolic syndrome) refers to a cluster of conditions, not tissue proportions.
• Option B (Body weight distribution) is about where weight is placed, not tissue types’ proportions.
• Option C (Body mass index) is a ratio of weight to height, not tissue composition.
• Option D (Body composition) is defined as the proportions of muscle, bone, fat, and other tissues in total body weight, matching the question’s description.
• Option E (Relative energy index) relates to energy, not tissue proportions.

Answer:

D. Body composition