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cartlidgeashley

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Which body composition method uses measurements of the density of fat mass and fat-free mass to determine a person's percent body fat?
 
 A. Underwater weighing
  B. Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)
  C. Bioelectrical impedance
  D. Skinfold thickness

Question 2

Which method uses differences in the ability of lean and adipose tissues to conduct currents to estimate body composition?
 
 A. Underwater weighing
  B. Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)
  C. Bioelectrical impedance
  D. Skinfold thickness



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C



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