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Where should the tape measure be placed for waist girth measurements for most accurate results?

  1. Just above the navel

  2. Greatest narrowing of waist

  3. Largest part of the buttocks

  4. Directly under the chest

The correct answer is: Greatest narrowing of waist

The greatest narrowing of the waist is the smallest point, typically located at the natural waistline, where the body curves inwards. This is considered the most accurate point for waist girth measurements because it gives a true representation of the natural shape of the waist. Option A, just above the navel, may include the curvature of the stomach and not accurately reflect the waist size. Option C, largest part of the buttocks, is too low and measures the hips rather than the waist. Option D, directly under the chest, is too high and may measure the ribcage rather than the waist.