The table shows how the length of Alex’s pet lizard is changing over time. Pet Lizard Growth
Age (years)
Length (centimeters)
1
5.0
2
7.4
3
9.8
4
12.2
5
14.6
6
17.0

Write an equation using x and y to find the length of the lizard based on its age.

Describe what the x and y variables represent in your equation.
X represent the years of lizard growth, y represents the length each year

Use your equation to predict the length of the lizard when it is 12 years old. Show your work.