To solve for \( x \) in the equation \( x + (-1.34) = 6.53 \), you can rewrite it as:
\[ x - 1.34 = 6.53 \]
Now, add \( 1.34 \) to both sides of the equation:
\[ x = 6.53 + 1.34 \]
Calculating the right side:
\[ x = 7.87 \]
So, \( x \) equals \( 7.87 \).