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The formula for calculating ideal body weight (IBW) for men is IBW (kg) = 50 + 2.3 * (height in cm - 150). If a man is 180cm tall, what is his ideal body weight?

  • A. 68kg
  • B. 71kg
  • C. 74kg
  • D. 77kg
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Rationale:
1. Substitute the given height into the formula for calculating ideal body weight (IBW) for men:
IBW (kg) = 50 + 2.3 * (180 - 150)
IBW (kg) = 50 + 2.3 * 30
IBW (kg) = 50 + 69
IBW (kg) = 119

2. Therefore, the ideal body weight for a man who is 180cm tall is 119kg.

3. Among the given options, the closest value to 119kg is 71kg (option B).

4. Hence, the correct answer is B) 71kg.