I had only 40 cm or 15.5 inches bypassed. Is this common?

I have never be able to get an answer on this. What is the normal amount bypassed? I heard it is 70cm. Is 40 cm too little to be effective? I know the RNY is mainly restrictive but the amount bypassed helps too?

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