Someone with recent track experience can better answer your specific question, but I just wanted to remind you that you aren’t asking dumb questions!
Many of the “experts” on here, including me at least in my particular area, were on here a few years ago asking “dumb” questions. After lots of advice and help, as well as our own experiences, we are now able to give back to the community. But not that long ago most of us were in your position. So don’t be embarrassed to ask away!