Question

what is broca's index​

Answer 1

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The Broca Index, also known as the Broca formula was devised back in 1871 by the French physician, surgeon and anthropologist Paul Broca, as a measure of the normal weight of a person. Broca Index Normal Weight = Body Height – 100. Ideal Weight Male = (Height – 100) – (Height – 100) x 10%

Answer 2

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The Broca formula was developed in 1871 by Pierre Paul Broca (a French Army Doctor) to help establish ideal body weight or normal body weight. Initially, the Broca Index (BI) was used to work out the normal weight but was later expanded to ideal Body Weight. Ideal Body weight (kg) = [Height (cm)-100].Jul 6, 2020