B. 60000
Since the area of the square of compost is directly proportional to the number of mealworms, if the side length is 6 times longer, the area will be 36 times greater. Therefore, Hank can have 36 * 2000 = 72000 mealworms.
Hank raises mealworms. In a square of compost 5ft by 5ft, He can have 2000 mealworms. How many mealworms can he have if his square of compost has a side length that is six times longer?
A. 12000
B. 60000
C. 72000
D. 300000
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