Pointing Out Problems
Guidelines
State the problem immediately.
Don’t use the once-upon-a-time format, giving details in chronological order. Such details have no meaning to the reader until he or she knows the problem.
If they’re not obvious, state all repercussions of the problem if a solution is not found.
Suggest one or more possible solutions. At the very least, suggest steps to investigate possible options.
Mention any deadline by which a solution must be found.
Keep in mind all details surrounding a problem are not necessarily relevant to its solution; be cautious about telling your reader more than he or she wants to know.
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