Why Is the Body Mass Index BMI) Inappropriate to Use

question 49

Multiple Choice

Why is the body mass index BMI) inappropriate to use as a health risk indicator for athletes?

• A) Muscle weight likely results in an elevated scale weight.
• B) Overhydration probably creates an elevated scale weight.
• C) Intra-abdominal fat storage contributes to the elevated scale weight.
• D) Bone density causes the elevated scale weight

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