1. The user asked to "state the problem." 2. Since no specific math problem was given, the user likely wants the statement or explanation of a typical math problem format. 3. Stating a problem means clearly describing what is given and what needs to be found or solved. 4. For example, "Find the roots of the quadratic equation $ax^2+bx+c=0$." 5. If you provide a particular problem, I can assist in stating it explicitly and solving it step-by-step.