Not all problems are created equal. When having to solve a problem, we must consider what sort of problem we're dealing with. On the scale of priorities, we weigh the consequences and rewards of not doing anything (that is, dragging out the problem) versus doing the wrong thing (that is, implementing a hasty solution). Sometimes letting the problem burn is the right thing. You can always make things worse. But other times, putting on a band-aid to give you the time to address the root issue could be right.