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The question tests understanding of ounce-equivalents for protein foods and the daily target at a given calorie level. An ounce-equivalent is a standard unit used to count protein-rich foods so different sources (meat, beans, eggs, etc.) can be summed together on a common scale. For Marcus’s 2400-calorie pattern, the recommended total intake from protein foods is 6 ½ oz-equivalents per day. This means, across all meals, the protein foods you choose should add up to about 6.5 oz-eq to fit the 2400-calorie pattern. The other numbers would place you above or below that target for this calorie level, so 6 ½ oz-eq is the correct daily target. You can reach it by combining different protein sources throughout the day, spreading the total to fit your meals and preferences.