From the title, “the cold equations,” you learn that the author
a. does not like the idea of space travel
b. thinks that spaceships are uncomfortable
c. is not very good at understanding science
d. thinks mathematical equations are unfeeling

D. thinks mathematical equations are unfeeling

Explanation:

YOu can read the Title Cold Ecuations, and have a feeling that the author thinks that mathematical equations are unfeeling, because of the use of the world cold, as a reference to when people refer to other people as cold, when those people do not show sentiments and aren´t warm and welcoming.

what is the purpose of the description in this passage from travels with charley?

to explain how he develops friendships with people

to show his fear of the man

to show that people in the bad lands are dangerous

to show the similarity between the man and the place