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+# Hello, this is a BMI calculator
+
+#we're taking the input from user
+weight = float(input("Please enter your weight (kg): "))
+height = float(input("Please enter your height (m): "))
+
+#formula to get the bmi
+bmi = weight / height ** 2
+
+#now checking the bmi
+if bmi < 18.5:
+    print("You're underweight!")
+elif 18.5 <= bmi <= 24.9:
+    print("Your weight is normal!")
+elif 25 <= bmi <= 29.9:
+    print("You're overweight")
+else:
+    print("You're obese")
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