To solve for \( x \) in the equation \( 9.65 = 6.8 + x \), you need to isolate \( x \).
- Subtract \( 6.8 \) from both sides of the equation:
\[ 9.65 - 6.8 = x \]
- Perform the calculation:
\[ 9.65 - 6.8 = 2.85 \]
So,
\[ x = 2.85 \]
Thus, the solution is \( x = 2.85 \).