Using a Formula,estimate the Body Surface Area of a Person

question 11

Multiple Choice

Using a formula,estimate the body surface area of a person whose height is 5 feet,2 inches and weighs 275 pounds.

• A)5.44 m²
• B)55.9 m²
• C)2.29 m²
• D)2.33 m²

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