Rational Function Applications
Body Mass Index
Problem 1- Calculate the BMI given the person's height and weight.
What is the approximate BMI for a 150 lb person that is 5' 10" tall?
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28.1 |
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29.4 |
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25.7 |
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21.5 |
| E. | 5.8 |
Problem 2- Determine the maximum height of a person considered obese at a given weight.
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