American men weigh about seven kilograms more now, on average, than they did 20 years ago. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, reported the finding earlier this month. The CDC report noted that the average weight for American men over the age of 20 is 88.7 kilograms. That amount is based on information gathered between 2011 and 2014. Between 1988 and 1994, the average weight of an American man was 82 kilograms. Over the 20-year period, the average height of men did not change. The report said American women and children have also gained weight. The average woman weighed 64 kilograms in 1960 and now weighs 76 kilograms. On average, the weight of adolescent boys and girls increased 5.4 kilograms over the past 20 years.
What does adolescent mean?
a small child
describing a young person who is developing into an adult
a short adult
an adult who acts like a child
How many kilograms more do men weigh now compared to 20 years ago?
10 kilograms
9 kilograms
8 kilograms
7 kilograms
The report said American women and children have also gained weight.
larger feet
height
weight
smaller hands