A problem is a difficulty or question that needs an answer.
The idea
Use solve a problem when you find an answer or solution. The past form is solved.
Examples
- We solved the parking problem together.
- Can you solve this maths problem?
- The mechanic solved an engine problem.
- A new lock solved our security problem.
- The team must solve a scheduling problem.
- We finally solved the water supply problem.
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Watch out
Do not say make a problem to mean finding a solution; it can mean causing difficulty.
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Choose the missing word. Can we ___ the transport problem? (solve / make)
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solve
solve follows the modal in its base form.
Choose the missing word. They ___ the payment problem yesterday. (solved / solve)
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solved
solved places the discovery of a solution yesterday.
Choose the missing word. This tool ___ the storage problem. (solves / solve)
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solves
solves agrees with the singular subject.
Practice round
Answer questions and rebuild English sentences to practise. Your score is shown.
Choose the missing word. Can we ___ the transport problem? (solve / make)
Choose the missing word. They ___ the payment problem yesterday. (solved / solve)
Choose the missing word. This tool ___ the storage problem. (solves / solve)
Tap the words in the right order.
Tap the words in the right order.
Tap the words in the right order.
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