A BMI of 17 places a person in which category?

• A. Overweight
• B. Obese
• C. Healthy weight
• D. Underweight

Answer: (D)

BMI is used to categorize weight relative to height, helping identify potential health risks. It’s calculated by dividing weight in kilograms by the square of height in meters. Standard ranges place BMI below 18.5 in the underweight category, 18.5 to 24.9 as healthy weight, 25 to 29.9 as overweight, and 30 or higher as obese. A BMI of 17 falls below 18.5, so it is categorized as underweight. This can be a sign of inadequate energy intake, nutritional gaps, or other health issues, though BMI alone doesn’t account for muscle mass or fat distribution, so context about the person’s overall health and activity level is important.