1.
question, problem (on a test)
A question to be answered or a problem to be solved, typically in an academic context such as on exams or homework.
2.
problem, issue, trouble
A matter that needs to be addressed or solved, a difficulty or concern.
問題 covers both "question" (academic) and "problem/issue" (general).
ACADEMIC USAGE:
- 問題を解く: to solve a problem (on a test)
- 問題の答え: the answer to a question
- 選択問題: multiple choice question
- 記述問題: written response question
GENERAL USAGE:
- 問題を解決する: to resolve an issue
- 問題が起きる: a problem arises
- 環境問題: environmental issues
- 社会問題: social problems
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 問題ない: no problem (casual)
- 問題ありません: no problem (polite)
- それが問題だ: that's the problem
The counter for test questions is 〜問: 十問 (10 questions).