The Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR) is commonly expressed as a decimal. WHR has been shown to be a good pre

The Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR) is commonly expressed as a decimal. WHR has been shown to be a good predictor of possible cardiovascular problems in both men and women. If Jonia has a WHR greater than 1, she is at “high risk” for cardiovascular problems. Jonia’s waist measurement is 42 inches and her hip measurement 2 inches less.

Jonia's WHR:
WHR = W/H
WHR = 42/(42 - 2)
WHR =4 2/40
WHR = 1.5 which is high risk