Math Problem Statement

2 over 3 turned into a decimal

Solution

To convert the fraction 23\frac{2}{3} into a decimal, divide 2 by 3:

23=0.6666\frac{2}{3} = 0.6666\ldots

The decimal representation of 23\frac{2}{3} is a repeating decimal: 0.666..., often written as 0.\overline{6}.

Would you like more details on repeating decimals or any other aspect of fractions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you convert other fractions into decimals?
  2. What is the decimal equivalent of 58\frac{5}{8}?
  3. How do you turn a repeating decimal back into a fraction?
  4. What are mixed fractions, and how are they converted to decimals?
  5. How do you approximate repeating decimals in practical calculations?

Tip: To express repeating decimals, use a bar over the repeating digit(s), like 0.60.\overline{6} for 23\frac{2}{3}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Decimals
Repeating Decimals

Formulas

Fraction to Decimal Conversion: Divide the numerator by the denominator

Theorems

Concept of Repeating Decimals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6