This document outlines the requirements for a problem/solution essay assignment. Students must write a 4-6 page essay proposing a solution to a well-defined problem faced by a community. The essay must include a clear description of the problem, a proposed solution supported by evidence from at least 3 sources, and an anticipation of objections to the proposed solution. It provides guidance on defining the problem and solution, addressing counterarguments, and concluding the essay in a way that calls readers to action.