Which of the Following Measurements of Body Composition Has the Lowest

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following measurements of body composition has the lowest margin of error?

• A)skinfold
• B)underwater weighing
• C)bioelectrical impedance analysis
• D)dual X-ray absorptiometry

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