What is the BMI of an individual who is 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds?

To calculate the Body Mass Index (BMI), you can use the formula:

[ \text{BMI} = \frac{\text{weight in pounds}}{(\text{height in inches})^2} \times 703. ]

In this case, the individual is 5 feet, 4 inches tall. First, convert the height into inches:

5 feet = 5 x 12 inches = 60 inches

4 inches = 4 inches

Total height = 60 + 4 = 64 inches.

Next, plug in the weight and height into the BMI formula:

[ \text{BMI} = \frac{200}{(64)^2} \times 703. ]

Calculate (64^2):

[ 64^2 = 4096. ]

Now substitute this back into the formula:

[ \text{BMI} = \frac{200}{4096} \times 703 = 34.3. ]

According to the BMI categories, a BMI of 34.3 falls within the "obese" category. This categorization is important because it helps to identify individuals who may be at risk of obesity-related health issues. Thus, the calculated BMI of