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Less problems vs Fewer problems

The correct phrase to use here is 'fewer problems'. 'Less' is used with uncountable nouns, while 'fewer' is used with countable nouns. Since 'problems' is a countable noun, 'fewer problems' is the correct choice.
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'Less problems' is not correct because 'less' should be used with uncountable nouns.

"Less problems"

Incorrect usage. 'Less' should be used with uncountable nouns, not countable ones like 'problems'.
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Alternatives:

  • fewer problems

'Fewer problems' is the correct phrase to use with countable nouns like 'problems'.

"Fewer problems"

Correct usage. 'Fewer problems' is used when referring to a smaller number of countable issues or difficulties.
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