Asked by Yalisa Sanchez on May 07, 2024

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At Devon's recent checkup,his doctor told him that he is obese.Devon's BMI is MOST likely in the _____ percentile.

A) 17th
B) 37th
C) 71st
D) 97th

Obese

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation, which presents risks to health.

BMI

Body Mass Index, a measure calculated from a person's weight and height as an indicator of body fat and general health.

97th Percentile

A statistical measurement indicating that an individual's score surpasses 97% of the population in a given dataset.

  • Understand the effects of Body Mass Index and obesity on pediatric health.
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LeShaun BernettMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Obesity is defined as having a BMI at or above the 95th percentile for children of the same age and gender. Therefore, Devon's BMI is most likely in the 97th percentile, which is considered obese.