Although There Is Error Associated with the Prediction of Body

question 24

Multiple Choice

Although there is error associated with the prediction of body fat percentages from all measurement techniques currently being used in most fitness facilities and research laboratories, which of the following is believed to be the most accurate measure of body composition, i.e., body fat and lean body mass?

• A) skinfold technique using the sum of 7 skinfolds
• B) multicomponent technique using several methods
• C) determination of the body mass index, or BMI
• D) use of the body circumference technique
• E) bioelectrical impedance analysis for body water determination

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