This is the 125th most frequent Korean word.
어떻게
"How"
Here, '어떻게' is used to ask about the method or way of solving a problem.
이 문제를 어떻게 풀 수 있을까요?
How can I solve this problem?
In this context, '어떻게' is used to inquire about the manner or style of the response given by people.
사람들은 질문에 대해 어떻게 대답했나요?
How did people respond to the question?
'어떻게' here functions to ask about the method of preparation that leads to the best taste in food.