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How accurate are digital weight scales? i weigh myself naked sometimes and sometimes i have on light clothing. should i trust the scale naked?

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Yes: You weight is best taken in the morning after you have voided and are undressed. Weigh yourself in one scale only.

Answered 2/20/2016

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