How problem statement provide a foundation

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Problem Statements:

Question 1: How does the problem statement provide a foundation for the rest of the study?

Question 2: What pitfalls might lead to a poorly written problem statement?

Question 3: Do you think identifying the problem should come first, with support for it afterwards? Or, do you think support for the problem should come first, with the identification of the problem following? What is the basis for your preference?