Charlie had some tests done recently to assess his risk for certain diseases. The results showed that he has a waist circumference of 47 inches, a BMI of 29, and a normal skin fold measurement test. What should Charlie do?

ACharlie is a little too thin, he is most likely underweight, and he needs to consult a dietician or doctor to help him see how to modify his diet to gain some weight.

BCharlie should repeat the caliper test because it does not fit with the other information, and he should start an exercise routine and diet to reduce his body fat.

CCharlie should immediately start an exercise and diet program because all his tests indicate that he is extremely obese, which puts him at risk for several diseases.

DCharlie should repeat the BMI because the other tests were normal, and he should avoid changing his body composition because he'll be too overweight.

The answer is B - Charlie should repeat the caliper test because it does not fit with the other information, and he should start an exercise routine and diet to reduce his body fat. All other answers are incorrect considering the insubstantial evidence provided by Charlie's test results.

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andriansp andriansp · Answer 2 · 2018-07-22T07:00:32-04:00

I believe the answer is: B. Charlie should repeat the caliper test because it does not fit with the other information, and he should start an exercise routine and diet to reduce his body fat.

Both the measurement of the BMI and waist circumference indicites that charlie have a higher than normal body fat percentage.

This usually accompanied by abnormal skinfold,not normal. So There might be some mistake in the caliper test.

Exercise routine (especially cardiovascular exercise) usually the best answer to handle this problem.