APPLICATION OF MULTIPLE CORRESPONDENCE ANALYSIS FOR ADOLESCENT NUTRITIONAL STATUS IN BANDA ACEH

This study aimed to determine factors related to the nutritional status of adolescents in the city of Banda Aceh. Cross sectional study was conducted through interview using questionnaires regarding nutritional status, knowledge and income of parents. Correspondence analysis was used to determinefactors related to adolescent nutritional status.. The results revealed that the adolescents with normal nutritional status tend to have good knowledge and good diet.