Which age group lists the highest male maximum body fat percentage?

Which age group lists the highest male maximum body fat percentage?

• A. 17-20
• B. 21-27
• C. 40 and older
• D. 28-39

Answer: (C)

As men age, natural changes in body composition occur—lean muscle mass tends to decrease and fat distribution can increase. The Army’s body composition standards reflect this by increasing the maximum allowable body fat percentage with age, to keep the standards realistic and healthful for soldiers as they get older. Because of this, the oldest age group has the highest maximum male body fat percentage. The younger groups have lower limits, so they aren’t the highest.

As men age, natural changes in body composition occur—lean muscle mass tends to decrease and fat distribution can increase. The Army’s body composition standards reflect this by increasing the maximum allowable body fat percentage with age, to keep the standards realistic and healthful for soldiers as they get older. Because of this, the oldest age group has the highest maximum male body fat percentage. The younger groups have lower limits, so they aren’t the highest.