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What is the formula in getting the bmi and whr?

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Formulas: BMI = Wt(kg) / [Ht (cm) x Ht(cm)] or = Wt(lbs) / [Ht (in) x Ht(in)] x 703 WHR = waist / hip (can be cm or inches, but use the same for both)

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Answered 6/14/2017

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