Question

According to the USDA Eating Patterns, one ounce of protein foods is equal to all of the following except:

Answer 1

E.) cup cooked legumes is correct

Answer 2

Answer:

E

Explanation:

1 ounce of protein foods is, according to the US Department of Agriculture:

- 1 ounce of poultry, meat or fish

- 1/4 cup of cooked beans

- 1 Tbs (tablespoon)of peanut butter

- 1 egg

- 1/2 ounce seeds or nuts.

From the answer choices given, the only amount that is not equal to 1 ounce is a cup of cooked legumes. Therefore; the correct answer is E. 1 cup of cooked legumes.