What Is the Basis for Scientific Definitions of the "Ideal

question 33

Multiple Choice

What is the basis for scientific definitions of the "ideal" body weight?

• A)statistical rarity
• B)harm
• C)normative violation
• D)negative societal reaction
• E)scientific normativity

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