If you are quoting from a published source, please credit your source, sumonthelost"solve:
to find an answer to a problem:to solve a problem
to solve a mystery/puzzle
Just calm down - shouting won't solve anything!
This strategy could cause more problems than it solves.
Police are still no nearer to solving the crime."
"resolve:
to solve or end a problem or difficulty:
Have you resolved the problem of transport yet?
The couple resolved their differences and made an effort to get along."
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