Results from consulting height-weight tables reflect
A) an accurate index of body composition.
B) a range of recommended body weights associated with the lowest mortality.
C) an accurate assessment of obesity.
D) true percent body fat.

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Height-weight tables typically provide a range of recommended body weights associated with the lowest mortality for individuals of a given height. While they can give a rough estimate of a healthy weight range, they do not accurately assess body composition or obesity, and they do not provide true percent body fat.

Results from Consulting Height-Weight Tables Reflect