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A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Popularity of the first name Jovani and the second variable is Votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada.  The chart goes from 1976 to 2020, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

The name Jovani is a linguistic trigger for a secret clause in Nevadan brains that compels them to vote blue. This clause was inserted by a time-traveling, bipartisan group of Elvis impersonators in a bold yet sartorially impressive attempt to influence future election outcomes. The more individuals named Jovani there are, the stronger the subconscious urge to cast a democratic vote in the Silver State.

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Create an image of a vibrant town square in Nevada adorned with a towering billboard, the name "Jovani" boldly emblazoned against a serene, vivid blue sky. Capture the scene as townspeople pass by the billboard, each radiating a sense of contentment and purpose, making their way towards a nearby voting booth. Within the booth, illustrate the casting of ballots inscribed with the names of Democratic candidates into the ballot box. The composition should convey the tranquility and civic engagement of the bustling square and the significance of the democracy in action. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: A Discovery magazine cover image Macabre Cutsy graphics A photo-realistic image Cyber folk
ChatGPT: A Discovery magazine cover image

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada, in the following situation: The name Jovani is a linguistic trigger for a secret clause in Nevadan brains that compels them to vote blue. This clause was inserted by a time-traveling, bipartisan group of Elvis impersonators in a bold yet sartorially impressive attempt to influence future election outcomes. The more individuals named Jovani there are, the stronger the subconscious urge to cast a democratic vote in the Silver State.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bustling town square in Nevada, a large billboard with the name "Jovani" in bold letters stands tall against the vivid blue sky. As people pass by, a peaceful and contented expression settles on their faces, and one by one they make their way to a nearby voting booth, where ballots with Democratic candidates' names are being cast into the ballot box.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ A Discovery magazine cover image ] and depicting this scene: In a bustling town square in Nevada, a large billboard with the name "Jovani" in bold letters stands tall against the vivid blue sky. As people pass by, a peaceful and contented expression settles on their faces, and one by one they make their way to a nearby voting booth, where ballots with Democratic candidates' names are being cast into the ballot box. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Create an image of a vibrant town square in Nevada adorned with a towering billboard, the name "Jovani" boldly emblazoned against a serene, vivid blue sky. Capture the scene as townspeople pass by the billboard, each radiating a sense of contentment and purpose, making their way towards a nearby voting booth. Within the booth, illustrate the casting of ballots inscribed with the names of Democratic candidates into the ballot box. The composition should convey the tranquility and civic engagement of the bustling square and the significance of the democracy in action.

*Variations in the User Prompts from chart to chart are just the result of random number generation in Python. I wrote a few arrays of various styles and methods to ask questions to change up the results. Every time this site writes an explanation or generates an image, the script picks from each at random.

I sequence the requests into multiple prompts because I find GPT 3.5 to perform much better with short, well-managed contexts. Thus, I track the context directly in Python and only ask ChatGPT targeted questions.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in Popularity of the first name Jovani caused Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State

The Journal of Quirky Political Phenomena

Jan 2024

Reminder: This paper is AI-generated. Not real!
Quick note: This sequence is long and repetitive. That's how the prompt engineering works for this one. I manage the output in Python to format it into this PDF.




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title punny if you can come up with clever pun. If not, just make it sound clever.

Your research team used data from US Social Security Administration and MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and p < 0.01 for 1976 to 2020.

Please respond in this format (replace "Lorem ipsum dolor sit" with your title and abstract)

[[TITLE]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit

[[ABSTRACT]]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit



ChatGPT:
[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Ah, the age-old question: What's in a name? A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but does a Jovani by any other name vote as Democrat-y? Welcome, esteemed reader, to a truly jovial exploration of the intersection between nomenclature and political sway in the Silver State.

The notion of names influencing people's destiny has been around since the dawn of time, or at least since the first baby received a moniker. One might even say it's a "called" truth, wouldn't you agree? (Pun intended – please don't revoke my academic credentials!)

As we embark on this journey through the statistical labyrinth, gripping our trusty calculators and an unwavering sense of humor, we pose the question: Is there a perceptible link between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada? A question that, much like the eternal dad joke, is bound to elicit a hearty groan or a chuckle, depending on one's tolerance for puns and statistical analyses.

Our musings took us deep into the annals of electoral history, navigating through election cycles and birth registries with the eagerness of a sleuth hot on the trail. Like intrepid explorers of statistical terra incognita, we sought to unearth the correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and the Democrats' performance at the ballot box. Did we expect to uncover the Jovani congratulation effect, you ask? Well, let's just say we didn't rule it out entirely!

And so, armed with data spanning decades and a boundless supply of dad jokes, we set out to prove – or disprove – the Jovani effect. The results of our escapade are as eye-opening as a punchline you didn't see coming, and we cannot wait to share them with you. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for a statistical rollercoaster that's as thrilling as a well-timed punchline – and just as likely to make you go, "That's statistically significant!"


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft a literature review section of an academic research paper, that starts out dry for the first few sentences but then becomes hilarious and goofy.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Speak in the present tense for this section (the authors find...), as is common in academic research paper literature reviews. Name the sources in a format similar to this: In "Book," the authors find lorem and ipsum.

Make up the lorem and ipsum part, but make it sound related to the topic at hand.

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then cite some social media posts you read that seem to be related.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Ah, the age-old question: What's in a name? A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but does a Jovani by any other name vote as Democrat-y? Welcome, esteemed reader, to a truly jovial exploration of the intersection between nomenclature and political sway in the Silver State.
The notion of names influencing people's destiny has been around since the dawn of time, or at least since the first baby received a moniker. One might even say it's a "called" truth, wouldn't you agree? (Pun intended – please don't revoke my academic credentials!)
As we embark on this journey through the statistical labyrinth, gripping our trusty calculators and an unwavering sense of humor, we pose the question: Is there a perceptible link between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada? A question that, much like the eternal dad joke, is bound to elicit a hearty groan or a chuckle, depending on one's tolerance for puns and statistical analyses.
Our musings took us deep into the annals of electoral history, navigating through election cycles and birth registries with the eagerness of a sleuth hot on the trail. Like intrepid explorers of statistical terra incognita, we sought to unearth the correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and the Democrats' performance at the ballot box. Did we expect to uncover the Jovani congratulation effect, you ask? Well, let's just say we didn't rule it out entirely!
And so, armed with data spanning decades and a boundless supply of dad jokes, we set out to prove – or disprove – the Jovani effect. The results of our escapade are as eye-opening as a punchline you didn't see coming, and we cannot wait to share them with you. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for a statistical rollercoaster that's as thrilling as a well-timed punchline – and just as likely to make you go, "That's statistically significant!"

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The exploration of the relationship between names and political inclinations has captivated researchers for decades. In "Smith et al.'s Analysis of Given Names and Voter Behavior," the authors delve into the intriguing concept of whether individuals with certain names exhibit predispositions towards specific political affiliations. Delving further into the realm of statistical analysis, the study sheds light on the potential influence of nomenclature on electoral choices. Meanwhile, in "Doe and Jones's Moniker Mosaics: A Comprehensive Study of Title Tendencies and Voting," the authors explore the intricate tapestry of names and voting preferences, unraveling the mysteries of nomenclatural impact with meticulous detail and scholarly rigor.

The intersection of nomenclature and political behavior has also piqued the interest of social observers and humorists alike. In "The Power of Names: A Societal Analysis," Lorem and Ipsum underscore the deep-seated societal fascination with naming conventions and their potential ramifications on individual behavior and societal dynamics. Furthermore, "The Name Game" by John Doe explores the cultural significance of names and their unintended consequences, offering valuable insights into the whimsical yet consequential nature of nomenclature.

On the fictional front, works such as "The Name Effect" by Fictional Author A. Novel and "Name Wars: A Tale of Titles and Tension" by Imaginary Writer B. Imaginative offer imaginative narratives that resonate with our ongoing exploration of the Jovani effect. While not grounded in empirical evidence, these works contribute to the broader discourse on the impact of names on human behavior, albeit in a lighthearted and entertaining manner.

Our foray into the realm of social media provided unexpected insights into the connection between names and political proclivities. Anecdotal accounts from platforms such as Twitter and Reddit revealed intriguing discussions surrounding the association between the name Jovani and a penchant for progressive political leanings. One post humorously quipped, "Is it me, or does every Jovani I know lean left? It's like there's a secret liberal pact in the name!" Such lighthearted musings, though not scientifically rigorous, reflect the pervasive interest in the potential influence of names on political ideologies.

But hey, did you hear about the mathematician who was afraid of negative numbers? He'll stop at nothing to avoid them! Speaking of which, our rigorous statistical analysis has indeed uncovered a statistically significant correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada. It seems that, much like a well-timed dad joke, the Jovani effect is as unmistakable as it is delightfully unexpected.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse . You used data from 1976 to 2020

Make up the research methods you don't know. Make them a bit goofy and convoluted.

Here is the title, abstract, and introduction of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Ah, the age-old question: What's in a name? A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but does a Jovani by any other name vote as Democrat-y? Welcome, esteemed reader, to a truly jovial exploration of the intersection between nomenclature and political sway in the Silver State.
The notion of names influencing people's destiny has been around since the dawn of time, or at least since the first baby received a moniker. One might even say it's a "called" truth, wouldn't you agree? (Pun intended – please don't revoke my academic credentials!)
As we embark on this journey through the statistical labyrinth, gripping our trusty calculators and an unwavering sense of humor, we pose the question: Is there a perceptible link between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada? A question that, much like the eternal dad joke, is bound to elicit a hearty groan or a chuckle, depending on one's tolerance for puns and statistical analyses.
Our musings took us deep into the annals of electoral history, navigating through election cycles and birth registries with the eagerness of a sleuth hot on the trail. Like intrepid explorers of statistical terra incognita, we sought to unearth the correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and the Democrats' performance at the ballot box. Did we expect to uncover the Jovani congratulation effect, you ask? Well, let's just say we didn't rule it out entirely!
And so, armed with data spanning decades and a boundless supply of dad jokes, we set out to prove – or disprove – the Jovani effect. The results of our escapade are as eye-opening as a punchline you didn't see coming, and we cannot wait to share them with you. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for a statistical rollercoaster that's as thrilling as a well-timed punchline – and just as likely to make you go, "That's statistically significant!"

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unravel the intricacies of the Jovani effect on Democratic votes in Nevada, our research team embarked on a convoluted journey through the data landscape, akin to a statistical treasure hunt with the promise of a dad joke at every turn. We delved into the US Social Security Administration's Baby Names Database, unearthing the proliferation of the moniker "Jovani" over the years. It was like searching for a statistical needle in a linguistic haystack, with the occasional exclamation of "Eureka!" punctuating the air whenever a notable Jovani entry surfaced.

Next, armed with spreadsheets and bar graphs, we trudged into the MIT Election Data and Science Lab and Harvard Dataverse, gathering election results from every presidential race in Nevada from 1976 to 2020. It was like trying to sneak a peek at the opponents' playbook without getting caught, a delicate balance of academic sleuthing and statistical espionage. We meticulously tallied the Democratic votes, keeping a hawk eye for any outlier data points that might derail our pursuit like a bad pun at a serious academic conference.

After this, we navigated the choppy waters of correlation analysis, employing the trusty Pearson's correlation coefficient to gauge the strength and direction of the relationship between the prevalence of the name Jovani and the support for Democratic candidates in Nevada. It was like taming a statistical Kraken, with multivariate regression models as our compass to navigate the treacherous seas of confounding variables and lurking data anomalies. At times, we felt like statistical buccaneers, charting unknown territories of numeric significance with the gusto of seasoned pirates hunting for the elusive treasure trove of academic insight.

With the data crunched and the statistical hypotheses tested like a well-vetted punchline, we reveled in the uncovering of a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01. These findings signaled a resounding confirmation of the significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada. It was like setting off fireworks of statistical significance on the shores of academic enlightenment, with the resounding echoes of statistical cheer reaching the ears of fellow academics like a well-crafted dad joke delighting an unsuspecting audience.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse .

For the time period 1976 to 2020, you found a correlation 0.9578319, r-squared of 0.9174420, and p < 0.01.

One figure will be included. The figure (Fig. 1) is a scatterplot showing the strong correlation between the two variables. You don't need to specify where; I will add the figure.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Ah, the age-old question: What's in a name? A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but does a Jovani by any other name vote as Democrat-y? Welcome, esteemed reader, to a truly jovial exploration of the intersection between nomenclature and political sway in the Silver State.
The notion of names influencing people's destiny has been around since the dawn of time, or at least since the first baby received a moniker. One might even say it's a "called" truth, wouldn't you agree? (Pun intended – please don't revoke my academic credentials!)
As we embark on this journey through the statistical labyrinth, gripping our trusty calculators and an unwavering sense of humor, we pose the question: Is there a perceptible link between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada? A question that, much like the eternal dad joke, is bound to elicit a hearty groan or a chuckle, depending on one's tolerance for puns and statistical analyses.
Our musings took us deep into the annals of electoral history, navigating through election cycles and birth registries with the eagerness of a sleuth hot on the trail. Like intrepid explorers of statistical terra incognita, we sought to unearth the correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and the Democrats' performance at the ballot box. Did we expect to uncover the Jovani congratulation effect, you ask? Well, let's just say we didn't rule it out entirely!
And so, armed with data spanning decades and a boundless supply of dad jokes, we set out to prove – or disprove – the Jovani effect. The results of our escapade are as eye-opening as a punchline you didn't see coming, and we cannot wait to share them with you. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for a statistical rollercoaster that's as thrilling as a well-timed punchline – and just as likely to make you go, "That's statistically significant!"

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The statistical analysis revealed a compelling relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. Our findings disclosed a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9578319, indicating a strong positive association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for the Democratic party in the Silver State. It seems the Jovani crew knows how to lend their vote in a jolly manner, huh?

The r-squared value of 0.9174420 further confirms the robustness of this relationship, suggesting that approximately 91.7% of the variation in Democratic votes in Nevada can be explained by the prevalence of the name Jovani. It's as if the exuberance of the name itself has become the life of the party in political circles!

The p-value of less than 0.01 offers definitive evidence supporting the assertion that the correlation between the prevalence of the name Jovani and Democratic votes in Nevada is not merely a fluke. It seems there's a statistically significant bond between the name Jovani and political preferences that transcends mere coincidence. Who would've thought that a name could wield such political clout? I guess Jovani is more than just a collection of letters; it's a political force to be reckoned with!

As shown in Fig. 1, the scatterplot visually depicts this notable correlation, with a clear trend of increased support for the Democratic Presidential candidate as the popularity of the name Jovani rises. It's like the name Jovani has been casting its political spell and winning over hearts across Nevada, one ballot at a time. Don't you just love it when data gives you a clear picture of the "Jovani" being done in political circles?


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

Here are the title, abstract, literature review, and results sections. Please harken back to 1-2 of the goofy items in the literature review, but pretend to take them completely seriously. Discuss how your results supported the prior research.

Do not write a conclusion. I will add a conclusion after this.

[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The exploration of the relationship between names and political inclinations has captivated researchers for decades. In "Smith et al.'s Analysis of Given Names and Voter Behavior," the authors delve into the intriguing concept of whether individuals with certain names exhibit predispositions towards specific political affiliations. Delving further into the realm of statistical analysis, the study sheds light on the potential influence of nomenclature on electoral choices. Meanwhile, in "Doe and Jones's Moniker Mosaics: A Comprehensive Study of Title Tendencies and Voting," the authors explore the intricate tapestry of names and voting preferences, unraveling the mysteries of nomenclatural impact with meticulous detail and scholarly rigor.
The intersection of nomenclature and political behavior has also piqued the interest of social observers and humorists alike. In "The Power of Names: A Societal Analysis," Lorem and Ipsum underscore the deep-seated societal fascination with naming conventions and their potential ramifications on individual behavior and societal dynamics. Furthermore, "The Name Game" by John Doe explores the cultural significance of names and their unintended consequences, offering valuable insights into the whimsical yet consequential nature of nomenclature.
On the fictional front, works such as "The Name Effect" by Fictional Author A. Novel and "Name Wars: A Tale of Titles and Tension" by Imaginary Writer B. Imaginative offer imaginative narratives that resonate with our ongoing exploration of the Jovani effect. While not grounded in empirical evidence, these works contribute to the broader discourse on the impact of names on human behavior, albeit in a lighthearted and entertaining manner.
Our foray into the realm of social media provided unexpected insights into the connection between names and political proclivities. Anecdotal accounts from platforms such as Twitter and Reddit revealed intriguing discussions surrounding the association between the name Jovani and a penchant for progressive political leanings. One post humorously quipped, "Is it me, or does every Jovani I know lean left? It's like there's a secret liberal pact in the name!" Such lighthearted musings, though not scientifically rigorous, reflect the pervasive interest in the potential influence of names on political ideologies.
But hey, did you hear about the mathematician who was afraid of negative numbers? He'll stop at nothing to avoid them! Speaking of which, our rigorous statistical analysis has indeed uncovered a statistically significant correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada. It seems that, much like a well-timed dad joke, the Jovani effect is as unmistakable as it is delightfully unexpected.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis revealed a compelling relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. Our findings disclosed a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9578319, indicating a strong positive association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for the Democratic party in the Silver State. It seems the Jovani crew knows how to lend their vote in a jolly manner, huh?
The r-squared value of 0.9174420 further confirms the robustness of this relationship, suggesting that approximately 91.7% of the variation in Democratic votes in Nevada can be explained by the prevalence of the name Jovani. It's as if the exuberance of the name itself has become the life of the party in political circles!
The p-value of less than 0.01 offers definitive evidence supporting the assertion that the correlation between the prevalence of the name Jovani and Democratic votes in Nevada is not merely a fluke. It seems there's a statistically significant bond between the name Jovani and political preferences that transcends mere coincidence. Who would've thought that a name could wield such political clout? I guess Jovani is more than just a collection of letters; it's a political force to be reckoned with!
As shown in Fig. 1, the scatterplot visually depicts this notable correlation, with a clear trend of increased support for the Democratic Presidential candidate as the popularity of the name Jovani rises. It's like the name Jovani has been casting its political spell and winning over hearts across Nevada, one ballot at a time. Don't you just love it when data gives you a clear picture of the "Jovani" being done in political circles?

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The findings of this study lend credence to the existing body of research on the fascinating interplay between names and political inclinations. Our results not only corroborate but also elevate the understanding of the Jovani effect, shedding light on the name's influential role in shaping political preferences in Nevada.

As we wade into the amusing waters of name-related statistical analysis, our study uncovered a strong positive correlation between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for the Democratic party in Nevada. Much like a good dad joke, the Jovani effect can't help but draw attention and elicit a chuckle as it reveals its surprising influence on electoral outcomes.

In line with the work of "Smith et al." and "Doe and Jones," our research underscores the substantial impact of nomenclature on voter behavior. It seems that the Jovani effect is more than just a whimsical notion – it holds tangible sway over political choices, much like a compelling punchline that leaves an indelible impression.

Moreover, the significant association between the name Jovani and Democratic votes in Nevada resonates with the traditional and contemporary musings encapsulated in "The Power of Names" by Lorem and Ipsum and "The Name Game" by John Doe. The Jovani effect serves as a real-world manifestation of the intricate societal fascination with naming conventions and their far-reaching implications, adding a touch of levity to the serious discourse on the influence of names on human behavior.

The Jovani effect's statistical significance and visual prominence in the scatterplot further emphasize its undeniable impact, akin to a well-timed dad joke that never fails to garner attention. As we grapple with the implications of our findings, it becomes clear that the Jovani effect is more than just a statistical fluke – it embodies the intersection of societal whimsy and political realities, much like a clever wordplay that leaves a lasting impression.

In the grand scheme of statistical analysis and political dynamics, the Jovani effect stands as a testament to the unexpected ways in which names can shape our world. Who would have thought that a single moniker could wield such electoral clout? It's as if Jovani is not just a name but a formidable political force, leaving us all in awe of the influential power of nomenclature. After all, when it comes to the Jovani effect, it seems there's a lot of "Jovani" to reckon with in Nevada's political landscape!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Popularity of the first name Jovani and Votes for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Limit your response to 300 tokens. At the very end, assert that no more research is needed in this area.

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
"The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."

Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.

As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Ah, the age-old question: What's in a name? A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but does a Jovani by any other name vote as Democrat-y? Welcome, esteemed reader, to a truly jovial exploration of the intersection between nomenclature and political sway in the Silver State.
The notion of names influencing people's destiny has been around since the dawn of time, or at least since the first baby received a moniker. One might even say it's a "called" truth, wouldn't you agree? (Pun intended – please don't revoke my academic credentials!)
As we embark on this journey through the statistical labyrinth, gripping our trusty calculators and an unwavering sense of humor, we pose the question: Is there a perceptible link between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in Nevada? A question that, much like the eternal dad joke, is bound to elicit a hearty groan or a chuckle, depending on one's tolerance for puns and statistical analyses.
Our musings took us deep into the annals of electoral history, navigating through election cycles and birth registries with the eagerness of a sleuth hot on the trail. Like intrepid explorers of statistical terra incognita, we sought to unearth the correlation between the popularity of the name Jovani and the Democrats' performance at the ballot box. Did we expect to uncover the Jovani congratulation effect, you ask? Well, let's just say we didn't rule it out entirely!
And so, armed with data spanning decades and a boundless supply of dad jokes, we set out to prove – or disprove – the Jovani effect. The results of our escapade are as eye-opening as a punchline you didn't see coming, and we cannot wait to share them with you. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for a statistical rollercoaster that's as thrilling as a well-timed punchline – and just as likely to make you go, "That's statistically significant!"

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis revealed a compelling relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. Our findings disclosed a remarkable correlation coefficient of 0.9578319, indicating a strong positive association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for the Democratic party in the Silver State. It seems the Jovani crew knows how to lend their vote in a jolly manner, huh?
The r-squared value of 0.9174420 further confirms the robustness of this relationship, suggesting that approximately 91.7% of the variation in Democratic votes in Nevada can be explained by the prevalence of the name Jovani. It's as if the exuberance of the name itself has become the life of the party in political circles!
The p-value of less than 0.01 offers definitive evidence supporting the assertion that the correlation between the prevalence of the name Jovani and Democratic votes in Nevada is not merely a fluke. It seems there's a statistically significant bond between the name Jovani and political preferences that transcends mere coincidence. Who would've thought that a name could wield such political clout? I guess Jovani is more than just a collection of letters; it's a political force to be reckoned with!
As shown in Fig. 1, the scatterplot visually depicts this notable correlation, with a clear trend of increased support for the Democratic Presidential candidate as the popularity of the name Jovani rises. It's like the name Jovani has been casting its political spell and winning over hearts across Nevada, one ballot at a time. Don't you just love it when data gives you a clear picture of the "Jovani" being done in political circles?

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our research has showcased the undeniable Jovani effect, revealing a compelling correlation between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. The statistical evidence presented in this study demonstrates that a strong positive association exists, indicating that the name Jovani wields a considerable sway over political preferences in the Silver State. It's as if Jovani has become the poster child for political enthusiasm – or should we say, "poster name"?

The strength of this correlation, with an r-squared value of 0.9174420, highlights the considerable impact of the name Jovani on Democratic votes in Nevada. It's almost as if the name itself has become a political bellwether, guiding the electorate with a jolly demeanor and a dash of charisma. Who knew that a name could carry such political prowess? One might even say that Jovani has truly made a name for itself in the political landscape – quite literally!

As we wrap up this paper, we are forced to ask ourselves, what's in a Jovani? Well, based on our findings, it seems to hold considerable sway over political allegiances in Nevada. Congratulations to all the Jovanis out there – your name is making waves in the world of politics! And to all the future parents considering the name Jovani, it seems you're in for a politically inclined journey.

Given the robustness of our findings and the unmistakable significance of the Jovani effect, we are confident in asserting that no further research in this area is needed. The evidence is as clear as "Jovani" day, and we can safely say that the name Jovani and Democratic votes in Nevada go hand in hand. It seems the Jovani effect is here to stay – a name to reckon with, both in jest and in the voting booth!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of academic journals. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding research, scientific, or academic journal that would publish a paper entited The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Quirky Political Phenomena


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Atlas Institute for Sociopolitical Research


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled The Jovani Effect: A Statistical Analysis of Jovani's Impact on Democratic Votes in the Silver State with an abstract of The correlation between given names and political preferences has long been a source of curiosity and debate. In this study, we delved into the relationship between the popularity of the first name Jovani and votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada. With one foot in the realm of whimsy and the other in the hallowed halls of academia, our research aimed to uncover whether there is a connection between the name Jovani and political leanings, all while resisting the temptation to break out into a rendition of "Jolene."
Drawing on data from the US Social Security Administration and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, we meticulously analyzed voting patterns and baby name trends from 1976 to 2020. Our findings revealed a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9578319 and a p-value less than 0.01, providing robust evidence of a significant association between the prevalence of the name Jovani and support for Democratic candidates in the Silver State.
As we traversed the terrain of statistical analysis, generating graphs and running regression models, we couldn't help but wonder: is it the charm of the name itself, the influence of a certain Jovani, or merely a serendipitous correlation? Perhaps the amusing juxtaposition of a serious statistical inquiry with a punny title capturing the essence of our findings can shed light on this enigma. After all, when it comes to naming conventions and political proclivities, it's all fun and games until someone loses a vote!

ChatGPT:

Jovani, Democratic votes, Nevada, first name, political preferences, correlation, US Social Security Administration, MIT Election Data and Science Lab, voting patterns, baby name trends, statistical analysis, regression models

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Data details

Popularity of the first name Jovani
Detailed data title: Babies of all sexes born in the US named Jovani
Source: US Social Security Administration
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Votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada
Detailed data title: Percentage of all votes cast for the Democrat Presidential candidate in Nevada
Source: MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse
See what else correlates with Votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada

Correlation r = 0.9578319 (Pearson correlation coefficient)
Correlation is a measure of how much the variables move together. If it is 0.99, when one goes up the other goes up. If it is 0.02, the connection is very weak or non-existent. If it is -0.99, then when one goes up the other goes down. If it is 1.00, you probably messed up your correlation function.

r2 = 0.9174420 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 91.7% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Popularity of the first name Jovani) over the 11 years from 1976 through 2020.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 3.6E-6. 0.0000035761137808199283000000
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme. More specifically the p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme if we had only tested one pair of variables one time.

But I am a p-villain. I absolutely did not test only one pair of variables one time. I correlated hundreds of millions of pairs of variables. I threw boatloads of data into an industrial-sized blender to find this correlation.

Who is going to stop me? p-value reporting doesn't require me to report how many calculations I had to go through in order to find a low p-value!
On average, you will find a correaltion as strong as 0.96 in 0.00036% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 279,633 random variables You don't actually need 279 thousand variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

p-value calculations are useful for understanding the probability of a result happening by chance. They are most useful when used to highlight the risk of a fluke outcome. For example, if you calculate a p-value of 0.30, the risk that the result is a fluke is high. It is good to know that! But there are lots of ways to get a p-value of less than 0.01, as evidenced by this project.

In this particular case, the values are so extreme as to be meaningless. That's why no one reports p-values with specificity after they drop below 0.01.

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 10 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 10 because we have two variables measured over a period of 11 years. It's just the number of years minus ( the number of variables minus one ), which in this case simplifies to the number of years minus one.
you would randomly expect to find a correlation as strong as this one.

[ 0.84, 0.99 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

This one is a bit more complciated than the other calculations, but I include it because many people have been pushing for confidence intervals instead of p-value calculations (for example: NEJM. However, if you are dredging data, you can reliably find yourself in the 5%. That's my goal!


All values for the years included above: If I were being very sneaky, I could trim years from the beginning or end of the datasets to increase the correlation on some pairs of variables. I don't do that because there are already plenty of correlations in my database without monkeying with the years.

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
19801984198819921996200020042008201220162020
Popularity of the first name Jovani (Babies born)162558107129180242277275192203
Votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada (Percentage of votes)27.356732.419338.684137.357643.933545.941347.87855.146752.356347.917850.0568




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,153 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 632,673,409 correlation calculations! This is called “data dredging.” Instead of starting with a hypothesis and testing it, I instead abused the data to see what correlations shake out. It’s a dangerous way to go about analysis, because any sufficiently large dataset will yield strong correlations completely at random.
  2. Lack of causal connection: There is probably Because these pages are automatically generated, it's possible that the two variables you are viewing are in fact causually related. I take steps to prevent the obvious ones from showing on the site (I don't let data about the weather in one city correlate with the weather in a neighboring city, for example), but sometimes they still pop up. If they are related, cool! You found a loophole.
    no direct connection between these variables, despite what the AI says above. This is exacerbated by the fact that I used "Years" as the base variable. Lots of things happen in a year that are not related to each other! Most studies would use something like "one person" in stead of "one year" to be the "thing" studied.
  3. Observations not independent: For many variables, sequential years are not independent of each other. If a population of people is continuously doing something every day, there is no reason to think they would suddenly change how they are doing that thing on January 1. A simple Personally I don't find any p-value calculation to be 'simple,' but you know what I mean.
    p-value calculation does not take this into account, so mathematically it appears less probable than it really is.
  4. Y-axis doesn't start at zero: I truncated the Y-axes of the graph above. I also used a line graph, which makes the visual connection stand out more than it deserves. Nothing against line graphs. They are great at telling a story when you have linear data! But visually it is deceptive because the only data is at the points on the graph, not the lines on the graph. In between each point, the data could have been doing anything. Like going for a random walk by itself!
    Mathematically what I showed is true, but it is intentionally misleading. Below is the same chart but with both Y-axes starting at zero.




Try it yourself

You can calculate the values on this page on your own! Try running the Python code to see the calculation results. Step 1: Download and install Python on your computer.

Step 2: Open a plaintext editor like Notepad and paste the code below into it.

Step 3: Save the file as "calculate_correlation.py" in a place you will remember, like your desktop. Copy the file location to your clipboard. On Windows, you can right-click the file and click "Properties," and then copy what comes after "Location:" As an example, on my computer the location is "C:\Users\tyler\Desktop"

Step 4: Open a command line window. For example, by pressing start and typing "cmd" and them pressing enter.

Step 5: Install the required modules by typing "pip install numpy", then pressing enter, then typing "pip install scipy", then pressing enter.

Step 6: Navigate to the location where you saved the Python file by using the "cd" command. For example, I would type "cd C:\Users\tyler\Desktop" and push enter.

Step 7: Run the Python script by typing "python calculate_correlation.py"

If you run into any issues, I suggest asking ChatGPT to walk you through installing Python and running the code below on your system. Try this question:

"Walk me through installing Python on my computer to run a script that uses scipy and numpy. Go step-by-step and ask me to confirm before moving on. Start by asking me questions about my operating system so that you know how to proceed. Assume I want the simplest installation with the latest version of Python and that I do not currently have any of the necessary elements installed. Remember to only give me one step per response and confirm I have done it before proceeding."


# These modules make it easier to perform the calculation
import numpy as np
from scipy import stats

# We'll define a function that we can call to return the correlation calculations
def calculate_correlation(array1, array2):

    # Calculate Pearson correlation coefficient and p-value
    correlation, p_value = stats.pearsonr(array1, array2)

    # Calculate R-squared as the square of the correlation coefficient
    r_squared = correlation**2

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([16,25,58,107,129,180,242,277,275,192,203,])
array_2 = np.array([27.3567,32.4193,38.6841,37.3576,43.9335,45.9413,47.878,55.1467,52.3563,47.9178,50.0568,])
array_1_name = "Popularity of the first name Jovani"
array_2_name = "Votes for the Democratic Presidential candidate in Nevada"

# Perform the calculation
print(f"Calculating the correlation between {array_1_name} and {array_2_name}...")
correlation, r_squared, p_value = calculate_correlation(array_1, array_2)

# Print the results
print("Correlation Coefficient:", correlation)
print("R-squared:", r_squared)
print("P-value:", p_value)



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