Asked by Yalisa Sanchez on May 07, 2024
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At Devon's recent checkup,his doctor told him that he is obese.Devon's BMI is MOST likely in the _____ percentile.
A) 17th
B) 37th
C) 71st
D) 97th
Obese
A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation, which presents risks to health.
BMI
Body Mass Index, a measure calculated from a person's weight and height as an indicator of body fat and general health.
97th Percentile
A statistical measurement indicating that an individual's score surpasses 97% of the population in a given dataset.
- Understand the effects of Body Mass Index and obesity on pediatric health.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the effects of Body Mass Index and obesity on pediatric health.
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