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Thepotemich [5.8K]
3 years ago
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17. What is the main purpose of the BMI, Body Mass Index scale?

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Fudgin [204]3 years ago
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The purpose of the BMI (Body Mass Index) is to find the approximate level of body fat based on weight and height.

The higher the number, the more body fat a person has.

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