What is the correct mathematical functional for determining the body mass index?
a. multiply body fat percentage by weight
b. subtract client's weight from 222
c. divide body weight by height, kg/m^2
d. divide body height by weight, m^2/kg
Answer: c. divide body weight by height, kg/m^2
The correct mathematical function for determining the body mass index is to dived body weight by height, kg/m^2. This provides a number that indicates whether or not the client's weight and height are appropriate and at a healthy level.