A person is considered undernourished if his BMI is–
(a) less than 30.5
(b) less than 25.7
(c) less than 20.9
(d) less than 18.5
Answer:
So, the correct answer is (d)-less than 18.5
Explanation
|
If BMI <18.5 |
Undernourished |
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If BMI 18.6-25.0 |
Normal/Healthy |
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If BMI> 25.0 |
Overweight |
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If BMI>30.0 |
Obese |
If the body mass index, that is, the BMI of a person is less than 18.5 , he falls under the category of undernourished and is underweight .
