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Which statements about body mass index (BMI) are accurate?

  • A. It is a useful tool when evaluating a person's health risk.
  • B. Exceptions to using BMI accurately include nonathletic people and pregnant women.
  • C. It is the best tool as an indicator of obesity in the general population.
  • D. People whose BMI is between 25 and 29.9 are considered obese.
  • E. People whose BMI is below 18.5 are generally considered underweight.
Correct Answer: A,E

Rationale: BMI is useful for assessing health risks, and a BMI below 18.5 indicates underweight. BMI 25-29.9 is overweight, not obese.