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NASM WEIGHT LOSS SPECIALIST
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE 2026
BMI is determined by dividing body weight in kilograms by which
of the following? - correct answer-Height in meters squared.
Which of the following has been associated with the prevalence of
obesity? - correct answer-Education Level.
A BMI above what value is considered to be extreme or morbid
obesity? - correct answer-40 kg/m2.
After the age of 20, which of the following age groups has the
lowest prevalence of being overweight? - correct answer-20 to 29
years.
Which of the following is true about the BMI method when
classifying obesity in children? - correct answer-It is a good
estimate.
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Which of the following is a possible reason for childhood obesity?
- correct answer-Decreased number of opportunities for activity.
The main cause of excess stored body fat is: - correct answer-
consuming more calories than expended.
Which of the following is a main obstacle for the health and fitness
professional when it comes to client's physical activity? - correct
answer-To teach a client how to overcome conveniences of
modern technology.
Labor-intensive jobs have become limited, and more people
spend their time - correct answer-Watching television and/or
using a computer for leisure.
Socioeconomic status has an impact on which of the following? -
correct answer-The ability to access and afford healthy food
choices.
NASM WEIGHT LOSS SPECIALIST
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE 2026
BMI is determined by dividing body weight in kilograms by which
of the following? - correct answer-Height in meters squared.
Which of the following has been associated with the prevalence of
obesity? - correct answer-Education Level.
A BMI above what value is considered to be extreme or morbid
obesity? - correct answer-40 kg/m2.
After the age of 20, which of the following age groups has the
lowest prevalence of being overweight? - correct answer-20 to 29
years.
Which of the following is true about the BMI method when
classifying obesity in children? - correct answer-It is a good
estimate.
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Which of the following is a possible reason for childhood obesity?
- correct answer-Decreased number of opportunities for activity.
The main cause of excess stored body fat is: - correct answer-
consuming more calories than expended.
Which of the following is a main obstacle for the health and fitness
professional when it comes to client's physical activity? - correct
answer-To teach a client how to overcome conveniences of
modern technology.
Labor-intensive jobs have become limited, and more people
spend their time - correct answer-Watching television and/or
using a computer for leisure.
Socioeconomic status has an impact on which of the following? -
correct answer-The ability to access and afford healthy food
choices.
