[Grammar] causes "of" vs. causes "for"

[englishteacher79]

Which is correct:

"There are several causes of this problem" vs "There are several causes for this problem"

It seems like the latter. However, "causes of" something is also used - but maybe not with "there are". Why is this so?

Thanks.

 

[Tarheel]

I prefer:

There are several causes of this problem.

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(I get paid more for "why" questions. ;-))

 

[Rover_KE]

Have you considered 'There are several reasons for this problem'?