Question

Which statement about obesity is true? A. Obesity is defined as having a BMI >30. B. Obesity rates tend to be constant across racial and ethnic groups. C. Obesity rates have remained constant over the last 50 years. D. Obesity is defined as having a BMI >25.

Answer 1

A. Obesity is defined as having a BMI > 30.

Step-by-step explanation:

Individuals who fall in the range of body mass index above 30 are considered obese.

Answer 2

A. Obesity is defined as having a BMI >30

Step-by-step explanation:

The body mass index (BMI) - weight in kilograms divided by the square of the height in meters (kg / m2) - is an index frequently used to classify overweight and obesity in adults. WHO defines overweight as a BMI equal to or greater than 25, and obesity as a BMI equal to or greater than 30.