A BMI of 27 falls into which category?

• A. Overweight
• B. Normal
• C. Underweight
• D. Obese

Answer: (A)

BMI is a quick screening tool that uses height and weight to categorize adults by body fatness. The standard ranges are: underweight below 18.5, normal about 18.5 to 24.9, overweight 25.0 to 29.9, and obese 30.0 and above. A BMI of 27 sits in the overweight range, indicating a higher level of body weight relative to height than normal but not yet in the obese category. This classification helps assess risk for health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and joint problems, though exact risk varies with factors like fat distribution and muscle mass. It’s not underweight, since that would be below 18.5, and not obese, since that starts at 30. So the BMI of 27 is categorized as overweight.