To convert \( \frac{4}{7} \) into a decimal, divide 4 by 7:

\[
4 \div 7 = 0.571428571428\ldots
\]

The result is a repeating decimal:

\[
\frac{4}{7} \approx 0.571428 \, (repeating)
\]

This can be written as \( 0.\overline{571428} \).

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Here are 5 related questions:
1. How do you convert any fraction into a decimal?
2. What are repeating decimals and how are they represented?
3. How can you convert repeating decimals back into fractions?
4. What is the decimal form of \( \frac{7}{4} \)?
5. How do you round repeating decimals to a specific number of decimal places?

**Tip:** To express a repeating decimal, you can use a bar notation over the repeating digits (e.g., \(0.\overline{571428}\)).

Learn how to convert the fraction 4/7 into a decimal with a detailed explanation. This problem covers key concepts such as division, repeating decimals, and bar notation. Suitable for students in Grades 5-7.

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