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Mean ±SD or Proportions of the Subject Characteristics Presented by Weight Group
| Characteristic | Normal (BMI<85th) n=645 | At Risk (BMI 85th-95th) n=192 | Overweight (BMI>95th) n=184 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (yr) | 11.96 (0.50) | 11.97 (0.47) | 12.01 (0.57) |
| Height (cm) | 151.46 (7.49) | 154.23 (6.72) | 156.37 (6.82) |
| Body Mass (kg) | 42.07 (6.97) | 55.55 (5.82) | 72.24 (13.60) |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 18.24 (2.00) | 23.30 (1.17) | 29.41 (4.38) |
| Race/Ethnicity (%) | |||
| White | 47.12 | 35.94 | 24.46 |
| AfricanAmerican | 17.88 | 29.69 | 33.70 |
| Other | 35.00 | 34.47 | 41.84 |
