“How to work out BMI GCSE” is a guide to calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) as part of the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) curriculum. BMI is a measure of body fat based on weight and height.
Understanding BMI is crucial for GCSE students as it provides a quantitative assessment of their body composition and health risks, enabling them to make informed lifestyle choices. Historically, BMI was developed in the 19th century by Adolphe Quetelet, a Belgian astronomer and statistician, as a way to classify individuals based on their weight and height.