If a unit has 300 ESM patrons and is authorized to purchase MREs, how many can they purchase for disaster support?

In determining how many Meals Ready-to-Eat (MREs) a unit can purchase for disaster support, the standard calculation is based on the number of patrons that the unit has. In this scenario, the unit has 300 ESM (Emergency Services Management) patrons. Each patron is typically allotted a certain number of meals to ensure that they are adequately supported during a disaster.

For disaster support, the standard guideline often used is to provide a set amount of meals per patron, which is usually set at 6 meals per patron for a comprehensive support structure.

Therefore, to calculate the total number of MREs authorized for purchase:

300 patrons x 6 meals per patron = 1800 MREs.

This calculation means that the unit can purchase up to 1800 MREs to effectively support its 300 patrons during disaster situations, ensuring they can be fully provided for in terms of meals.

The other options represent numbers that do not align with the standard meal allocation per patron in disaster scenarios, which is typically grounded in the six meals per person guideline for emergency situations.