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Lesson 4.1: What Is a Healthy Weight? | Check Your Understanding

1. The ratio of fat, bone, and muscle that makes up your body is called _____.
     A. body fat distribution B. body composition C. body mass index (BMI) D. healthy weight
2. True or false? Muscle weighs more than fat.
     A. True B. False
3. Which of the following statements is true about body composition?
     A. Body composition measures the location of fat deposits on the body. B. A person’s body composition cannot be changed. C. Body composition is determined by measuring waist circumference. D. Gender affects body composition.
4. True or false? Body mass index (BMI) is interpreted the same way for children, teen, and adults.
     A. True B. False
5. An adult male weighs 182 pounds and is 5 feet 10 inches tall. Perform the calculation to determine which of the following represents his body mass index (BMI).
     A. 28.1 B. 21.6 C. 26.1 D. None of the above.
6. The skinfold test is a reliable measure of _____ when performed correctly.
   
7. Adults with a BMI between 25 and 29.9 are considered _____.
     A. underweight B. normal weight C. overweight D. obese
8. Waist circumference is used to assess _____.
   
9. Underweight is caused by which of the following?
     A. chronic insufficient nutrient intake B. underlying medical condition C. psychological, social, and emotional problems D. All of the above.
10. Which of the following statements are true?
      A. Type 2 diabetes is a health problem commonly associated with obesity. B. In type 2 diabetes, the body is unable to process glucose properly. C. Both A and B are true. D. Neither statement is true.
11. Men and women who store extra fat _____ are at greater risk of developing diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
      A. around their waists B. around their hips C. during the winter D. during the summer
12. Critical Thinking. Evaluate whether body mass index (BMI) or waist circumference is a better method to assess an individual’s health.
    

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