What Is the Impact of Aging on Body Mass Index

question 54

Multiple Choice

What is the impact of aging on body mass index (BMI) ?

• A) BMI decreases with age.
• B) BMI remains stable over time.
• C) BMI changes due to loss of fat cells.
• D) BMI changes due to loss of muscle mass.

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