Problem finding means problem discovery. It is part of the larger problem process that includes problem shaping and problem solving. Problem finding requires intellectual vision and insight into what is missing. Problem finding plays a major role in application of creativity.[1]
Different terms have been used for problem finding in literature including problem discovery, problem formulation, problem identification, problem construction, and problem posing.[2]: 200 It has been studied in many fields. Mathematics and science prefer to the term problem posing.