1. Stating the problem: Calculate the value of $2.6 - 0.07$. 2. Write the subtraction expression: $$2.6 - 0.07$$ 3. To subtract, align the decimal places: $$2.60 - 0.07$$ 4. Subtract the numbers: $$2.60 - 0.07 = 2.53$$ 5. Therefore, the result of $2.6 - 0.07$ is $2.53$.