Nariko is determined to run next year's Rock 'n' Roll marathon in her home town. She sees her family doctor before starting her training to make sure she has no health problems. Noriko's BMI is measured at 20. Noriko is
A) underweight.
B) at a healthy weight.
C) overweight.
D) obese.
Darryl sees his physician for a complete physical before entering college freshman year. The physician measures Darryl's BMI at 35. Darryl is
A) at a healthy weight.
B) overweight.
C) obese.
D) extremely obese.
Men in lower socioeconomic levels are ________ likely to be obese than men at a higher socioeconomic level.
A) slightly less
B) slightly more
C) no more or no less
D) None of the answers is correct.
Disparities in obesity rates among persons of various ethnicities, levels of socioeconomic class, and race may be due to
A) cultural differences.
B) socioeconomic differences in patterns of fast food consumption.
C) inequalities in access to healthy food.
D) All of the answers are correct.
Which of the following would be the most effective way to help a friend you suspect of having an eating disorder?
A) Tell the friend about trained professionals and support groups that might help change the friend's self-perceptions and habits.
B) Constantly talk to your friend about his or her dieting, weight, or body size.
C) Angrily accuse your friend of not taking care of himself/herself.
D) Wait until your friend's behavior results in a medical problem.
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