Which type of Fitzpatrick skin type would be expected to tan easily?

Fitzpatrick skin type III is characterized by a medium skin tone that typically tans easily but may also burn with prolonged sun exposure. This skin type usually features a balance between the pigment production that allows for some tanning and the sensitivity to UV light that can lead to burning. Individuals with this type commonly have brown or hazel eyes and hair colors that can range from brown to light blonde.

Skin types I and II are more prone to sunburn and usually do not tan well. Type I skin is very fair and often burn rather than tan, while type II is fair-skinned and may tan minimally but primarily burns. Skin type IV, on the other hand, is darker and tans very easily, but the question specifically pertains to those who can tan without being as deeply pigmented as type IV. Therefore, Fitzpatrick type III is the most accurate representation of someone who can tan fairly easily while still having a risk of burning, distinguishing it from the characteristics of types I, II, and IV.