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Metfan725

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Which of the following statements about obesity is most accurate?
 a. All obese persons experience premature deaths.
  b. A diet high in protein and low in fat and carbohydrate will not lead to obesity.
  c. Obesity is second only to tobacco use as the most significant cause of preventable death.
  d. Those who are obese are protected against social and economical discrimination.

Question 2

Which of the following persons is at greatest risk for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease?
 a. a male with BMI of 24
  b. a female with BMI of 25
  c. a male with waist circumference of 40 inches
  d. a female with waist circumference of 38 inches


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isabelt_18

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d


Metfan725

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Excellent

AngeliqueG

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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