Is Shakespeare's Measure for Measure a problem play or a dark comedy?

Question:

Is Shakespeare's Measure for Measure a problem play or a dark comedy?

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It's a problem play that has comedic and dramatic elements. As you know, a "problem play" is one that cannot be classified as a tragedy, comedy, or romance. Thus, if we call it a comedy, it would not be a problem play. On the whole, the play is more dramatic than anything else. Certain characters, however, provide comic relief in order to lighten the mood and to keep the audience entertained. So, to answer your question, if I haven't done so already, it is a problem play.