Which BFI % would be considered obese?
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greater than 20%
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greater than 15%
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greater than 40%
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greater than 70%
C
Correct answer
Explanation
In veterinary medicine, a Body Fat Index (BFI) greater than 40 percent indicates obesity, where the animal has a significant excess of body fat. BFIs of 20 percent to 30 percent typically represent overweight ranges, whereas greater than 40 percent represents clinical obesity.