Body Mass Index (BMI) Is a ____

question 92

Multiple Choice

Body mass index (BMI) is a ____.

• A) measure of how much muscle mass an athlete should have
• B) method of measuring body composition
• C) formula that predicts the best weight for performance and health
• D) screening tool for the general population that helps individuals determine a "healthy weight" range

Understand the role of genetic mutations in the phenotypic expression of diseases, such as phenylketonuria (PKU) and Duchenne muscle dystrophy.

Recognize the protective mechanisms of bacteria against foreign DNA, including restriction modification systems.

Grasp the concept of multifactorial diseases and their complexity in relation to genetic and environmental factors.

Understand the protection and modification of DNA against enzymatic digestion, like methylation to prevent restriction enzyme action.

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