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

\[
\frac{2}{3} = 0.6666\ldots
\]

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

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Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you convert other fractions into decimals?
2. What is the decimal equivalent of \( \frac{5}{8} \)?
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 \( 0.\overline{6} \) for \( \frac{2}{3} \).

Learn how to convert the fraction 2/3 into a decimal. This guide covers the basics of fraction to decimal conversion, focusing on repeating decimals, including the formula for division and tips on expressing repeating digits. Ideal for students in Grades 4-6.

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