Question 1

Which formula is the most accurate?

Accepted Answer

None is accurate for an individual. Devine is the clinical standard for dosing; the others differ by a few kilograms.

Question 2

What is the modified Broca formula?

Accepted Answer

(Height − 100) × 0.9, a version widely used in Korea that gives lower values than plain Broca.

Question 3

Does age change ideal weight?

Accepted Answer

These formulas ignore age. Body composition does change with age, so use them only as rough guides.

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