"solution to" vs "solution for"

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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Hello Nessie,

Cf.

  1. The solution to the problem of malingering employees is installing cctv in their homes.

  2. The solution for astute employers is installing cctv in employees’ homes.

Thus:

a) the solution to a problem
b) the solution for the person with the problem

All the best,

MrP