Which of the following is not true about the body mass index? a. uses statistical data of weight and height across the population b. measures the percentage of one's body fat directly c. relies on a correlation between weight and body fat d. does not account for one's body frame size or muscle content select the best answer from the choices provided. a b c d

Option B

Explanation:

Body Mass Index abbreviated as BMI, is the weight of an individual in kilograms which is divided by the square of height  of the individual measured in meters.

A high  value of BMI can be an indicator of high fatness of body. BMI can be used to scan for weight classes that may prompt medical issues however it isn't demonstrative of the body fat or well being of a person.

Option (B).

Explanation:

Body mass index may be defined as the the value that has been derived by the mass and the height of a person. The S.I. unit of the body mass index is kg/m^2.

The main data includes the height and weight. This index explains the co relation between the weight and height of the individual. The body mass index never measures or estimate the percentage of the body fat of an individual.

Thus, the correct answer is option (B).

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