Mathematics

School Based Assignment

Candidate Name: Nathalia Santana and Aokia Burke

Candidate Number: 0100120938 and 0100120121

Center: Ottos Comprehensive School

Center Number: 010012

Subject: Mathematics

Territory: Antigua

Examination Year: 2024

Teacher: Miss C. Samuel

 Table of Contents

Project Title………………………………………………………………………………………3

Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………4

Method of Data Collection……………………………………………………………………….5

Presentation of Data………………………………………………………………………………6

Analysis of Data………………………………………………………………………………….7

Discussion of Findings……………………………………………………………………………8

Conclusion ……………………………………………………………………………………….9

Appendix…………………………………………………………………………………………10
 Project Title

To investigate the level of obesity in teenagers at Ottos Comprehensive

School.
 Introduction

Obesity is a chronic condition in which excess amount of fat has accumulated in the body to the

extent that it may give a negative effect on health. However, there are several causes of obesity

which are eating too much and moving too little, lack of sleep, genetics, cold drinks, gut

hormones and medication. Other results of obesity which are high blood pressure, stroke,

gallbladder disease, type 2 diabetes, body pain and breakage of bone within a joint. On the other

hand, obesity can happen among teenagers and there are cause as well. Obesity in teens is a long-

term disease, it’s when a teenager has too much body fat. Many things can lead to childhood

obesity including genes and lifestyle choices. Some treatments may include diet counseling

exercise, therapy and support. It can also lead to other health problems, heart disease and joint

problem. Moreover, prevention of obesity in teens being more physically active and eating more

fruits and vegetables. Nevertheless, a few factors that causes obesity among teenagers which are

lack of physical activity unhealthy eating habits, lack of sleep, sedentary lifestyles, family history

of obesity and low self-esteem. Finally, the BMI also known as Body Mass Index calculation

divides an adult’s weight in kilograms by their height in meters squared.

To determine the level of obesity among third form student of the Ottos Comprehensive School.

At the Ottos Comprehensive School there is 700 students in total whereas in our sample we

chose 36 students from 3rd form all three rooms.

 Method of Data Collection
We collected our data of collection by first randomly selecting six (6) males and six (6) females

from each room In a total of thirty-six (36) males and females from rooms 8, 16 and 17. to

collect our data and bringing along a mechanical weighing scale to weight and measure their

height.

The instrument that was carried out during our data of collection was blank tables with headings

stating the name of the male and female, their age, their height, their weight, calculating their

BMI and the rate to determine if there are overweight, underweight or normal. We calculated the

BMI by putting in the gender, ages, height and weight using the BMI calculator (Calculator.net)

Name Age Height Weight BMI Catergory

 Presentation of Data
Names Age Height Weight BMI Rate
Jahkim 16 149 134 60.4 Overweight
Blesynn 15 123 160 105.8 Overweight
Nazaire 16 141 67 33.7 Overweight
Carlos 16 130 127 75.1 Overweight
Jevonni 15 195 154 40.5 Overweight
Kristopher 15 165 250 91.8 Overweight
Joel 14 176 130 42 Overweight
Jeremiah 15 178 145 45.8 Overweight
Keion 14 175 130 42.4 Overweight
Semaj 16 165 49 18 Normal
Abraham 15 164 179 66.6 Overweight
Shakeem 14 125 140 89.6 Overweight
Vonde 15 189 167 46.8 Overweight
Kereem 14 167 129 46.3 Overweight
Zahrion 15 180 156 48.1 Overweight
Raheem 16 113 102 79.9 Overweight
Jaleel 14 190 41 11.4 Underweight
Tiquan 14 156 198 81.4 Overweight
Average 14.9 160 136.5 56.9 Overweight
Figure 1: Table showing data collected from male participants.
Name Age Height Weight BMI Catergory
Anna 15 180 75 23.1 Normal
Sheniyah 15 140 120 61.2 Overweight
Khadejah 14 157 102 41.4 Overweight
Amelia 14 167 122 53.7 Overweight
Aleckay 15 175 130 42.9 Overweight
Britney 14 134 159 88.5 Overweight
Deiondra 15 161 108 41.7 Overweight
Kenyah 14 191 112 30.7 Overweight
Tezean 16 149 180 81.1 Overweight
Danisha 14 109 97 81.6 Overweight
Kerissa 15 101 61 59.8 Overweight
Rebecca 16 165 189 69.4 Overweight
Okeilla 16 172 149 50.4 Overweight
Pattiqua 16 128 39 23.8 Normal
Faith 14 198 45 11.5 Underweight
Reancier 16 128 100 61 Overweight
J’nor 14 168 116 41.1 Overweight
Ashaki 14 98 26 27.1 Underweight
Denisha 15 176 65 21 Normal
Average 14.8 152.5 105 47.9 Overweight
Figure 2: showing data collected from female participants

BMI Distribution Male Female

Underweight 1 2

Normal 1 2

Overweight 16 15

Obese 0 0

Figure 3: Table showing BMI distribution according to gender.

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16

14

12

10

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Underweight Normal Overweight Obese

Male Female

Figure 3: Comparative bar chart showing BMI distribution.

Underweight Normal Overweight Obese

Figure 4: Pie chart showing the overall BMI distribution.

 Analysis of Data
Based on our observations of the data of collection, we selected thirty-six (36) males and

females. For (Figure 1) for males, we noticed that in a total of eighteen (18) males we selected,

around sixteen (16) that were overweight with an increase, one (1) is underweight and the other

is (1) normal from the data collected. And for (Figure 2) for females, we observed that thirteen

(13) were overweight, one (1) is underweight and the remaining two (2) are normal.

We’ve recognized that the average weight for males is

For figure one (1) for males, it can also be shown the average for the males are overweight than

the females in a result of sixteen (16) males out of thirteen (13) females are overweight. The

underweight males and females, in a result of both have the same results. And the normal

students, the females are normal than the males, in a result of two (2) females out of one (1)

male. Furthermore, the males are more likely overweight than underweight and normal as well as

the females are the same. In the results, of selecting our thirty-six (36) males and females in

rooms 8, 16 and 17, we observed that mostly 95% of them are overweight, 2% are underweight

and 3% are normal.

 Discussion of Findings
From the data collected from the sample of thirty-seven students three were underweight one

male and two female. While four students were at a normal weight; one male and three female.

thirty were overweight having sixteen male and fourteen female. Apparently, none were obese.
 Conclusion
In conclusion, most of the students in the sample were at normal weight. To maintain this normal

weight, it's important to remember that everyone's body is different, and that being a healthy

weight is not just about how you look on the outside. Focus on maintaining a balanced diet and

staying active to keep your body strong and healthy.

The ways in which the males and females can maintain their health by overweight or

underweight by focusing on a balanced: make sure to eat variety of fruits and vegetables, get

enough sleep: aim for 7-9 of quality every night, exercise regularly: aim for at least 30 minutes,

stay hydrated: drink plenty of water throughout the day, stay consistent: consistency is key to

maintaining a healthy weight and taking care of your mental health.

In the results, of selecting our thirty-six (36) males and females in rooms 8, 16 and 17, we

observed that mostly 95% of them are overweight, 2% are underweight and 3% are normal.

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