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Problem and Solution

The document discusses the problem-solution pattern for paragraph development. It describes two types of problem-solution patterns: problem-solution, which directly states the problem and solution, and problem-cause-solution, which identifies the causes before discussing solutions. It also provides examples of addressing problems by outlining effects only, causes and effects, or through an extended story. The document concludes by covering ways to address solutions, such as through preventative measures, offering options, or giving advice.

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Problem and Solution

The document discusses the problem-solution pattern for paragraph development. It describes two types of problem-solution patterns: problem-solution, which directly states the problem and solution, and problem-cause-solution, which identifies the causes before discussing solutions. It also provides examples of addressing problems by outlining effects only, causes and effects, or through an extended story. The document concludes by covering ways to address solutions, such as through preventative measures, offering options, or giving advice.

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Every problem has a solution, can you find it?

Texts Problem/s Solution/s


Climate change has become a
global concern over the last
few decades. Due to this, a
number of species of plants
and animals have gone
extinct. Thus, researchers
recommend humans to
improve farming, restore
nature to absorb more carbon
and reduce how much people
consume and waste.
Every problem has a solution, can you find it?
Texts Problem/s Solution/s
There has been a surge
of juvenile crimes in the
country. Minors are
getting out of control,
committing offenses such
as theft and drug use.
The authorities offer
rehabilitation in order to
lessen the cases of it.
Every problem has a solution, can you find it?
Texts Problem/s Solution/s
Drug use and trafficking
seems to be one of the
issues Philippines is
known for. In order to
fight against this,
president Rodrigo
Duterte implemented the
‘war on drugs” campaign,
killing those who are
guilty of this crime.
Problem and
Solution
(Pattern of Paragraph Development)
Problem and Solution

This pattern of paragraph


development entails presenting a
problem and offering solution.
Types of Problem and
Solution pattern:

● Problem-Solution
● Problem-Cause-Solution
Problem-Solution
It is a straightforward approach in
which both the problem and the
solution are directly stated.

Problem Solution
Example of Problem-and-
Solution paragraph:

Illiteracy is the biggest curse of our society.


Various organizations can take actions in this
regard. Government, teachers and students should
work together in establishing education centers in
different parts of the country.
Problem-Cause-Solution

It refers to organizational pattern in


which the writer describes first the
problem, identifies the causes of that
problem and recommends a solution to
solve the problem.
Problem-Cause-Solution paragraph

Illiteracy is the biggest curse of our society. It is because


of various factors such as the difficult living conditions,
lack of reading materials, insufficient financial support and
poverty. Various organizations can take actions in this
regard. Government, teachers and students should work
together in establishing education centers in different parts
of the country.
Problem-Solution Problem-Cause-Solution

Illiteracy is the biggest curse of our


Illiteracy is the biggest curse of society. Due to difficult living
our society. Various conditions, lack of reading materials,
organizations can take actions insufficient financial support and
poverty, young learners encounter
in this regard. Government, difficulty in learning basic skills like
teachers and students should reading and writing. Various
work together in establishing organizations can take actions in this
education centers in different regard. Government, teachers and
parts of the country. students should work together in
establishing education centers in
different parts of the country.
WAYS OF ADDRESSING
THE PROBLEM
Effects only

Deforestation has
hazardous impacts including
its
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loss of habitat, flooding,
climate change and extinction
of animals.
Causes and Effects

Deforestation is caused by activities


such as agricultural expansion, wood
extraction, road building and
urbanization. Thus, it may lead to loss
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of habitat, flooding, climate change
and extinction of animals.
Extended Example

“Long ago, there was a village where


there was no disease at all because there was
no deforestation. There were many trees and
the people understand its importance. They
lived harmoniously. One day, a woodcutter
came to the village and started to cut the trees.
Anyone who opposed him will go to jail since
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he was the president of the village. Soon after,
the village was struck by flooding and
diseases.”
WAYS OF ADDRESSING
THE SOLUTIONS
Preventive Measures
There are many ways we can

01
prevent deforestation: plant a tree
where you can, avoid wasting paper
at home, school and office, apply
the 3Rs and support the products of
companies that are committed to
reducing deforestation.
Advice

In order to solve the problem

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regarding deforestation, you as students
can take an action. You may volunteer to
do tree planting, you may practice the
3Rs- Reduce, Reuse and Recycle and
you may stop wasting papers at school.
A choice of solutions
There are many ways to solve problem
regarding deforestation. The following
options can be considered: minimize
paper consumption, plant trees, recycle,
government regulations, reforestation
03
and land use planning.
Transitional Devices used in
problem and solution paragraph
• Nowadays…

• It is a common trend that…

• Society is becoming Introduction


increasingly concerned
about…
 For instance…

 Such as/like… Body


 Namely…
 In conclusion…

 To conclude… Conclusion
 To sum up…
Three main parts of problem
and solution paragraph
It introduces the main
idea of your
Topic Sentence
paragraph.
In here, you explain the
problem and discuss the Body sentences
solutions you propose.
In this part, you call
your readers to take an Conclusion/
Ending
action. sentences
Let us have a recap! 
Problem and Solution pattern
is used in addressing a problem Problem and
and thus, suggesting ways on Solution
how to solve it.
Two Types of Problem and Solution:

Problem-Solution Problem-Cause-Solution
Ways of addressing the problem:

By its effects By extended


only examples such as
story
By its causes
and effects
Ways of addressing the solutions:

By preventive By offering various


measures options/solutions

By giving
advices

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