Importance of the problem:
The formulation of research problems is arguably the first and most important step of before undertaking any research. It has been likened to the foundation of a building to be constructed. To solve a problem, one needs to know about the problem. So, the problem identification and formulation is very crucial for the researcher before conducting a research, and this is perhaps one of the most difficult aspects of any research undertaking. The “problem” is stated in the opening passages of a study and, in effect, provides a reader the rationale for why the study. is important.
.A researcher needs to ask the following questions:
"What do I want to know about this study?"
"Why is this research important?