A patient weighs 92 kg and is 1.60 m tall. What is the body mass index (BMI) in kg/m²?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 35.9
- Step 1: BMI = weight / height².
- Step 2: 92 / 1.60² = 35.9 kg/m².
Answer
35.9.
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