Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

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What do I do when my model run is incomplete or I am not sure if it is correct?
Trouble Shooting Model Runs

How do I check my answer when there is no one available to check me?
Check Yourself

Can I believe the answers I obtain using computer software?
Validating computer software

I was taught to adjust the graph scale such that the data fill the graph area, is this appropriate?
Graph scales

Do I need to be able to write computer code to be a good ground-water modeler?
Writing computer code

I'm having a hard time understanding the physical difference/meaning between explicit and implicit solutions.
Explicit vs Implicit

What is the difference between the Finite Difference and Finite Element Approach?
Finite Difference vs. Finite Element