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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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and the second variable is Global revenue generated by Adidas.  The chart goes from 2006 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho increased, residents started buying more Adidas sneakers to protect their feet from the dirty air they were breathing. This unexpected surge in local demand spread like wildfire, leading to a chain reaction of global sales growth for Adidas. It turns out, clean air may be good for the lungs, but it's the dirty air that's really kicking up Adidas' profits! So, remember folks, if you want to see Adidas succeed, just let those factory fumes and car exhausts roam free in the picturesque town of Sandpoint!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate a photorealistic image of a bustling street in Sandpoint, Idaho, filled with people wearing Adidas sneakers. The hazy, polluted air should loom in the background, creating a somber atmosphere. The scene should convey the sudden surge in demand for Adidas shoes by showcasing a diverse range of individuals flocking to stores and proudly wearing their new footwear. The focus should be on capturing the unexpected trend and the impact it had on the local community, evoking a sense of intrigue and surprise in the viewer. 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: Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. 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: Cubism Photorealism 3D Pixar Style inspired by bauhaus Charcoal
ChatGPT: Photorealism

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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas, in the following situation: As air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho increased, residents started buying more Adidas sneakers to protect their feet from the dirty air they were breathing. This unexpected surge in local demand spread like wildfire, leading to a chain reaction of global sales growth for Adidas. It turns out, clean air may be good for the lungs, but it's the dirty air that's really kicking up Adidas' profits! So, remember folks, if you want to see Adidas succeed, just let those factory fumes and car exhausts roam free in the picturesque town of Sandpoint!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In Sandpoint, Idaho, the air became heavy with pollution, causing residents to seek protection for their feet. They flocked to stores to buy Adidas sneakers, creating a sudden surge in local demand. This unexpected trend sparked a chain reaction, leading to a rapid increase in global revenue for Adidas. The dirty air in Sandpoint unexpectedly lifted Adidas' profits to new heights.

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: [ Photorealism ] and depicting this scene: In Sandpoint, Idaho, the air became heavy with pollution, causing residents to seek protection for their feet. They flocked to stores to buy Adidas sneakers, creating a sudden surge in local demand. This unexpected trend sparked a chain reaction, leading to a rapid increase in global revenue for Adidas. The dirty air in Sandpoint unexpectedly lifted Adidas' profits to new heights. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate a photorealistic image of a bustling street in Sandpoint, Idaho, filled with people wearing Adidas sneakers. The hazy, polluted air should loom in the background, creating a somber atmosphere. The scene should convey the sudden surge in demand for Adidas shoes by showcasing a diverse range of individuals flocking to stores and proudly wearing their new footwear. The focus should be on capturing the unexpected trend and the impact it had on the local community, evoking a sense of intrigue and surprise in the viewer.

*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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho caused Global revenue generated by Adidas to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue

The International Journal of Environmental Economics and Footwear Studies

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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from Environmental Protection Agency and Statista to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and p < 0.01 for 2006 to 2022.

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]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.


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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

As the old saying goes, "Where there's smog, there's fog," but is there also an effect on the revenue of major global companies? In this groundbreaking study, we unveil the fascinating connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas. Our research aims to untangle the intricate web of environmental factors and economic outcomes, proving once and for all that the air we breathe affects the shoes on our feet – and the ground we tread.

We all know that air pollution and shoe shopping are both exhausting activities. One leaves you gasping for air, while the other leaves you breathless with the multitude of options. But could there be a more substantial link? Our findings will have you exclaiming, "Sole-ly moly!" as we navigate through the intriguing relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables.

The data we've amassed from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista reveals a statistical connection that's nothing short of a "shoe-in" for attention. Our analysis has unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.8990226, indicating a robust link between air quality in Sandpoint and the revenue of the iconic Adidas brand. A p-value less than 0.01 confirms that this relationship is not merely a fluke but a firmly established presence, much like a trusty pair of sneakers in one's wardrobe.

Now, you might be wondering, "What in the world do air quality and footwear have in common?" Strap on your seatbelt, because we're about to take you on a journey that's as enlightening as it is unexpected. This study not only provides practical insights into consumer behavior but also serves as a reminder that sometimes, what we need to do is simply 'tread lightly.'


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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. 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 name a few real TV shows that sound like they might be relevant to the topic that you watched as research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
As the old saying goes, "Where there's smog, there's fog," but is there also an effect on the revenue of major global companies? In this groundbreaking study, we unveil the fascinating connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas. Our research aims to untangle the intricate web of environmental factors and economic outcomes, proving once and for all that the air we breathe affects the shoes on our feet – and the ground we tread.
We all know that air pollution and shoe shopping are both exhausting activities. One leaves you gasping for air, while the other leaves you breathless with the multitude of options. But could there be a more substantial link? Our findings will have you exclaiming, "Sole-ly moly!" as we navigate through the intriguing relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables.
The data we've amassed from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista reveals a statistical connection that's nothing short of a "shoe-in" for attention. Our analysis has unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.8990226, indicating a robust link between air quality in Sandpoint and the revenue of the iconic Adidas brand. A p-value less than 0.01 confirms that this relationship is not merely a fluke but a firmly established presence, much like a trusty pair of sneakers in one's wardrobe.
Now, you might be wondering, "What in the world do air quality and footwear have in common?" Strap on your seatbelt, because we're about to take you on a journey that's as enlightening as it is unexpected. This study not only provides practical insights into consumer behavior but also serves as a reminder that sometimes, what we need to do is simply 'tread lightly.'

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In "The Impact of Environmental Factors on Consumer Behavior," Smith and Doe present a comprehensive analysis of the influence of air pollution on consumer purchasing decisions. Their study finds that individuals are more likely to make environmentally conscious purchasing choices when living in areas with high air pollution levels. This is certainly a breath of fresh air for sustainability efforts!

Speaking of fresh air, "Air Pollution and Its Effects on Human Health," by Jones, examines the detrimental health effects of air pollution, highlighting the need for clean, breathable air, much like the need for fresh sneaker designs in the fashion industry. It's a sole-stirring argument for environmental stewardship – pun intended, of course.

Turning to non-fiction books, "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" by James Nestor provides a captivating exploration of the importance of breathing and its impact on overall well-being. The correlation between air quality and consumer behavior is clear, reminding us that when it comes to air pollution, it's best to "just breathe" and make informed choices in our daily lives.

On the more fictional side of literature, "The Air He Breathes" by Brittainy C. Cherry offers a tale of love, loss, and redemption, set against a backdrop of environmental challenges and personal growth. While the connection between the plotline and our research may be a bit of a stretch, it's safe to say that in the world of retail, consumers are always on the hunt for a love story – whether it's with products or novels.

In terms of television, "Breaking Bad" and "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" may not seem directly related to our research, but their titles certainly evoke thoughts of air quality and urban living, spurring our team to delve deeper into the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior. Plus, who can resist a good pun about "breaking bad air" or "fresh air" when discussing the influence of air pollution on global revenue? It's a breath of fresh comedic air in the realm of academic research.

So, as we take a deep breath and dive into the findings of this study, we invite you to lace up your intellectual sneakers and join us as we journey through the fascinating intersection of air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and Adidas global revenue. Be warned: the puns are just the tip of the iceberg – or should we say the tip of the sneaker?


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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Environmental Protection Agency and Statista . You used data from 2006 to 2022

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]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
As the old saying goes, "Where there's smog, there's fog," but is there also an effect on the revenue of major global companies? In this groundbreaking study, we unveil the fascinating connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas. Our research aims to untangle the intricate web of environmental factors and economic outcomes, proving once and for all that the air we breathe affects the shoes on our feet – and the ground we tread.
We all know that air pollution and shoe shopping are both exhausting activities. One leaves you gasping for air, while the other leaves you breathless with the multitude of options. But could there be a more substantial link? Our findings will have you exclaiming, "Sole-ly moly!" as we navigate through the intriguing relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables.
The data we've amassed from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista reveals a statistical connection that's nothing short of a "shoe-in" for attention. Our analysis has unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.8990226, indicating a robust link between air quality in Sandpoint and the revenue of the iconic Adidas brand. A p-value less than 0.01 confirms that this relationship is not merely a fluke but a firmly established presence, much like a trusty pair of sneakers in one's wardrobe.
Now, you might be wondering, "What in the world do air quality and footwear have in common?" Strap on your seatbelt, because we're about to take you on a journey that's as enlightening as it is unexpected. This study not only provides practical insights into consumer behavior but also serves as a reminder that sometimes, what we need to do is simply 'tread lightly.'

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

In our quest to untangle the ties between air pollution and Adidas global revenue, our methodology was as precise as a well-tailored shoe. We cast a wide net across the data ocean, reeling in information from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista like a pair of expert anglers. With data spanning the years from 2006 to 2022, we certainly have a lot to "sole" to analyze!

Our first step in this odyssey was to collect data on air quality in Sandpoint, Idaho, because, as we all know, "The 'soul' of the data lies in the details." We gathered information on various pollutants, such as particulate matter, ozone, and nitrogen dioxide. We delved deep into the EPA's treasure trove, plucking data like ripe fruit from a statistical orchard. It's safe to say that we took a deep breath of information that could rival the cleanest alpine air!

Next, in our pursuit of the Cinderella story of environmental impact, we scoured Statista for Adidas's global revenue data. We tracked the revenue trends from 2006 to 2022, analyzing quarterly and annual reports with a forensic scrutiny akin to Sherlock Holmes solving a mystery. We made sure to leave no statistical stone unturned in our investigation, because, as any good scientist knows, "Data never lies, but statisticians do – they just cherry-pick!"

Our statistical analysis involved calculating a correlation coefficient to measure the strength and direction of the relationship between air pollution in Sandpoint and Adidas global revenue, and we found it to be as snug as a perfectly-fitted sneaker! Additionally, we performed a regression analysis to model the impact of air pollution on revenue, reveling in the intricacies of the numerical dance just as much as we did in testing the quality of our running shoes.

Finally, armed with our arsenal of statistical tools, we conducted a hypothesis test to determine the significance of the relationship between air pollution and Adidas global revenue. The results sent shivers down our spines - or maybe that was just the chilly air in Sandpoint. With a p-value less than 0.01, our findings are as robust as a pair of steel-toed boots, casting away any doubts about the legitimacy of our correlation.

As we wrap up our methodology section, we stand poised at the intersection of environmental data and business metrics, ready to further unravel the enigmatic tie between air quality and athletic footwear sales. We're blazing a trail toward understanding consumer behavior in the context of ecological factors, and perhaps, along the way, we'll uncover the "sole" of the mystery behind these intertwined variables.


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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Environmental Protection Agency and Statista .

For the time period 2006 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.8990226, r-squared of 0.8082416, 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]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
As the old saying goes, "Where there's smog, there's fog," but is there also an effect on the revenue of major global companies? In this groundbreaking study, we unveil the fascinating connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas. Our research aims to untangle the intricate web of environmental factors and economic outcomes, proving once and for all that the air we breathe affects the shoes on our feet – and the ground we tread.
We all know that air pollution and shoe shopping are both exhausting activities. One leaves you gasping for air, while the other leaves you breathless with the multitude of options. But could there be a more substantial link? Our findings will have you exclaiming, "Sole-ly moly!" as we navigate through the intriguing relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables.
The data we've amassed from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista reveals a statistical connection that's nothing short of a "shoe-in" for attention. Our analysis has unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.8990226, indicating a robust link between air quality in Sandpoint and the revenue of the iconic Adidas brand. A p-value less than 0.01 confirms that this relationship is not merely a fluke but a firmly established presence, much like a trusty pair of sneakers in one's wardrobe.
Now, you might be wondering, "What in the world do air quality and footwear have in common?" Strap on your seatbelt, because we're about to take you on a journey that's as enlightening as it is unexpected. This study not only provides practical insights into consumer behavior but also serves as a reminder that sometimes, what we need to do is simply 'tread lightly.'

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The analysis of the data from 2006 to 2022 revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 between air pollution levels in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas, with an r-squared value of 0.8082416. We can confidently assert that the association between these two variables is as clear as the stripes on a pair of Adidas sneakers. It's a match made in statistical heaven!

Fig. 1, the scatterplot illustrating the robust relationship between air pollution in Sandpoint and Adidas global revenue, beautifully captures the strong positive correlation. It's almost like the data points are shouting, "Just do it!" in unison.

Our findings not only establish a compelling link between a local environmental factor and a multinational corporation's financial performance but also provide a lighthearted reminder that sometimes, the air we breathe and the shoes we wear can be interconnected in ways we never imagined. As they say, "Keep your feet on the ground and your head in the statistics book!"

The strength of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables prompts one to ponder the potential impact of environmental quality on consumer preferences. It appears that the phrase "running on air" takes on a whole new meaning in light of our research findings.

The p-value of less than 0.01 further solidifies our conclusion and demonstrates that this connection is not just a statistical fluke but a genuine phenomenon worthy of further investigation. Let's lace up our intellectual curiosity and take a decisive step forward in exploring the intriguing interplay of environmental conditions and global business trends. As they say, "The hypothesis might be up in the air, but the results are firmly grounded in evidence."

Our research not only underscores the significance of considering environmental factors in business performance but also highlights the unexpected correlations that can emerge in the world of data analysis. It's as though the statistical stars aligned to reveal this fascinating relationship, leaving us with a profound appreciation for the intricate dance of variables. After all, as researchers, it's our responsibility to keep our feet firmly planted in the realm of possibility while embracing the unexpected.


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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "The Impact of Environmental Factors on Consumer Behavior," Smith and Doe present a comprehensive analysis of the influence of air pollution on consumer purchasing decisions. Their study finds that individuals are more likely to make environmentally conscious purchasing choices when living in areas with high air pollution levels. This is certainly a breath of fresh air for sustainability efforts!
Speaking of fresh air, "Air Pollution and Its Effects on Human Health," by Jones, examines the detrimental health effects of air pollution, highlighting the need for clean, breathable air, much like the need for fresh sneaker designs in the fashion industry. It's a sole-stirring argument for environmental stewardship – pun intended, of course.
Turning to non-fiction books, "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" by James Nestor provides a captivating exploration of the importance of breathing and its impact on overall well-being. The correlation between air quality and consumer behavior is clear, reminding us that when it comes to air pollution, it's best to "just breathe" and make informed choices in our daily lives.
On the more fictional side of literature, "The Air He Breathes" by Brittainy C. Cherry offers a tale of love, loss, and redemption, set against a backdrop of environmental challenges and personal growth. While the connection between the plotline and our research may be a bit of a stretch, it's safe to say that in the world of retail, consumers are always on the hunt for a love story – whether it's with products or novels.
In terms of television, "Breaking Bad" and "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" may not seem directly related to our research, but their titles certainly evoke thoughts of air quality and urban living, spurring our team to delve deeper into the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior. Plus, who can resist a good pun about "breaking bad air" or "fresh air" when discussing the influence of air pollution on global revenue? It's a breath of fresh comedic air in the realm of academic research.
So, as we take a deep breath and dive into the findings of this study, we invite you to lace up your intellectual sneakers and join us as we journey through the fascinating intersection of air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and Adidas global revenue. Be warned: the puns are just the tip of the iceberg – or should we say the tip of the sneaker?

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the data from 2006 to 2022 revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 between air pollution levels in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas, with an r-squared value of 0.8082416. We can confidently assert that the association between these two variables is as clear as the stripes on a pair of Adidas sneakers. It's a match made in statistical heaven!
Fig. 1, the scatterplot illustrating the robust relationship between air pollution in Sandpoint and Adidas global revenue, beautifully captures the strong positive correlation. It's almost like the data points are shouting, "Just do it!" in unison.
Our findings not only establish a compelling link between a local environmental factor and a multinational corporation's financial performance but also provide a lighthearted reminder that sometimes, the air we breathe and the shoes we wear can be interconnected in ways we never imagined. As they say, "Keep your feet on the ground and your head in the statistics book!"
The strength of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables prompts one to ponder the potential impact of environmental quality on consumer preferences. It appears that the phrase "running on air" takes on a whole new meaning in light of our research findings.
The p-value of less than 0.01 further solidifies our conclusion and demonstrates that this connection is not just a statistical fluke but a genuine phenomenon worthy of further investigation. Let's lace up our intellectual curiosity and take a decisive step forward in exploring the intriguing interplay of environmental conditions and global business trends. As they say, "The hypothesis might be up in the air, but the results are firmly grounded in evidence."
Our research not only underscores the significance of considering environmental factors in business performance but also highlights the unexpected correlations that can emerge in the world of data analysis. It's as though the statistical stars aligned to reveal this fascinating relationship, leaving us with a profound appreciation for the intricate dance of variables. After all, as researchers, it's our responsibility to keep our feet firmly planted in the realm of possibility while embracing the unexpected.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

Our findings have undoubtedly shed light on the fascinating relationship between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and global revenue generated by Adidas. It seems the air we breathe truly does have an impact on the shoes we wear! As we lace up our intellectual sneakers and take a stride into the discussion section, it's evident that the prior research on the influence of environmental factors on consumer behavior has been given a significant boost - just like a good pair of shoe inserts!

First and foremost, our results have lent substantial support to the study by Smith and Doe, who found that individuals are more likely to make environmentally conscious purchasing choices when living in areas with high air pollution levels. Our findings emphasize the critical role of environmental conditions in consumer decision-making, affirming that consumers are indeed lacing their choices with environmental considerations - pun intended, as always!

Similarly, the work of Jones, whose exploration of the detrimental health effects of air pollution highlighted the need for clean, breathable air, finds resonance in our results. The correlation between air quality and consumer behavior, as well as global revenue in the case of Adidas, is now undeniably clear as a perfectly clean breathing passage – or a fresh pair of sneakers straight out of the box.

Moreover, the correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and the p-value less than 0.01 lend significant weight to the hypothesis proposed by Nestor in "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art." Just as Nestor asserts the importance of thoughtful breathing for overall well-being, our research underscores the impact of breathable air, or lack thereof, on consumer preferences and ultimately, corporate revenue. It's as though our statistical techniques were taking a deep breath and exhaling a resounding "Aha!"

Now, harking back to our literature review, it may seem like a stretch to draw parallels between our findings and Brittainy C. Cherry's novel, "The Air He Breathes." However, the unexpected correlation we've uncovered highlights the unpredictable nature of research. Our results underscore that just as in the fictional realm of love, loss, and redemption, in the world of statistical analysis, one can stumble upon unexpected connections. It's as though we've stumbled upon a statistical love story of our own – the love story of environmental conditions and sneaker sales.

As we consider the implications of our research, it becomes evident that the phrase "breaking bad air" from the well-known TV show "Breaking Bad" takes on a new, unexpected meaning. While it may sound like a comical digression, the link between air quality and consumer behavior is indeed an example of how seemingly unrelated elements can intertwine and impact each other. And speaking of expecting the unexpected - who would have thought that the "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" would find a place in an academic discussion? It's as if our research is going the extra mile, or in this case, the extra "Air Jordan."

In conclusion, our research has not only substantiated existing literature on the impact of environmental factors on consumer behavior but also provided a breath of fresh air in shedding light on the intricate interplay between air pollution and global business performance. The statistical dance we've witnessed has left us brimming with enthusiasm to continue exploring the unexpected connections that await in the realm of data analysis. After all, as researchers, it's crucial to keep our intellectual sneakers ready for any unexpected statistical curveballs that come our way!


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 Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Global revenue generated by Adidas. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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]]
"Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue"

[[ABSTRACT]]
The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?

Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
As the old saying goes, "Where there's smog, there's fog," but is there also an effect on the revenue of major global companies? In this groundbreaking study, we unveil the fascinating connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas. Our research aims to untangle the intricate web of environmental factors and economic outcomes, proving once and for all that the air we breathe affects the shoes on our feet – and the ground we tread.
We all know that air pollution and shoe shopping are both exhausting activities. One leaves you gasping for air, while the other leaves you breathless with the multitude of options. But could there be a more substantial link? Our findings will have you exclaiming, "Sole-ly moly!" as we navigate through the intriguing relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables.
The data we've amassed from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista reveals a statistical connection that's nothing short of a "shoe-in" for attention. Our analysis has unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.8990226, indicating a robust link between air quality in Sandpoint and the revenue of the iconic Adidas brand. A p-value less than 0.01 confirms that this relationship is not merely a fluke but a firmly established presence, much like a trusty pair of sneakers in one's wardrobe.
Now, you might be wondering, "What in the world do air quality and footwear have in common?" Strap on your seatbelt, because we're about to take you on a journey that's as enlightening as it is unexpected. This study not only provides practical insights into consumer behavior but also serves as a reminder that sometimes, what we need to do is simply 'tread lightly.'

[[RESULTS]]
The analysis of the data from 2006 to 2022 revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 between air pollution levels in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas, with an r-squared value of 0.8082416. We can confidently assert that the association between these two variables is as clear as the stripes on a pair of Adidas sneakers. It's a match made in statistical heaven!
Fig. 1, the scatterplot illustrating the robust relationship between air pollution in Sandpoint and Adidas global revenue, beautifully captures the strong positive correlation. It's almost like the data points are shouting, "Just do it!" in unison.
Our findings not only establish a compelling link between a local environmental factor and a multinational corporation's financial performance but also provide a lighthearted reminder that sometimes, the air we breathe and the shoes we wear can be interconnected in ways we never imagined. As they say, "Keep your feet on the ground and your head in the statistics book!"
The strength of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables prompts one to ponder the potential impact of environmental quality on consumer preferences. It appears that the phrase "running on air" takes on a whole new meaning in light of our research findings.
The p-value of less than 0.01 further solidifies our conclusion and demonstrates that this connection is not just a statistical fluke but a genuine phenomenon worthy of further investigation. Let's lace up our intellectual curiosity and take a decisive step forward in exploring the intriguing interplay of environmental conditions and global business trends. As they say, "The hypothesis might be up in the air, but the results are firmly grounded in evidence."
Our research not only underscores the significance of considering environmental factors in business performance but also highlights the unexpected correlations that can emerge in the world of data analysis. It's as though the statistical stars aligned to reveal this fascinating relationship, leaving us with a profound appreciation for the intricate dance of variables. After all, as researchers, it's our responsibility to keep our feet firmly planted in the realm of possibility while embracing the unexpected.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

These findings demonstrate the undeniable link between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho, and the global revenue generated by Adidas, showcasing a correlation coefficient as strong as the grip of a new pair of running shoes. Our study uncovers an unexpected twist in the world of environmental and business interactions, proving that the air we breathe can indeed have a tangible impact on the shoes we wear and the profits they yield. It's a breath of fresh air for research in both environmental science and economics – pun intended.

As we wrap up our exploration, we're left with a sense of amazement at the statistical serendipity that led us to this revelatory connection. It's as if the data itself was whispering, "Just wing it!" all along, guiding us to unravel this compelling relationship that may have previously been under our noses. Our study paves the way for a new era of exploration in understanding the intricate dance between environmental quality and consumer behavior. It's safe to say, the air in Sandpoint is "sneaker"-ly shaping global markets.

In the spirit of thorough research, we assert that no further investigation is needed in this area. The connection we've uncovered is as solid as a well-crafted pair of sneakers, leaving no room for doubt. It's time for other researchers to put their best foot forward and explore new uncharted territories – after all, there are plenty more fish in the sea, or should we say, shoes in the store?

And with that, we encourage our fellow scientists to take a step back, catch their breath, and maybe even treat themselves to a new pair of Adidas with the utmost confidence that in the world of air pollution and shoe revenue, we're steps ahead. This research leaves us with the satisfying feeling of having tied up all loose ends, just like a secure knot on a pair of favorite kicks. Case closed!


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 Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The International Journal of Environmental Economics and Footwear Studies


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 Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Environmental Footwear Research and Analysis


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 Step Up Your Game: The Soles of the Earth and the Soles on Your Feet - Exploring the Relationship Between Air Pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and Adidas Global Revenue with an abstract of The relationship between environmental factors and business performance has long been a topic of interest, and our research dives into a particularly groundbreaking study that seeks to establish a connection between air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho and global revenue generated by Adidas. Our findings will leave you breathless - and not just because of the air quality in Sandpoint! Dad always says, "You gotta air on the side of caution!"
Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and Statista, we conducted a rigorous analysis from 2006 to 2022, which revealed a spicy-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8990226 and a p-value less than 0.01. It's undoubtedly a slam dunk correlation - or should we say "Air Jordan" correlation?
Join us as we lace up our hypothesis and take a stroll through the intersection of air pollution and athletic footwear sales. This research will not only shed light on the impact of environmental conditions on consumer behavior but also leave you with a new appreciation for the phrase, "Just breathe," both metaphorically and quite literally.

ChatGPT:

"air pollution Sandpoint Idaho correlation Adidas revenue," "environmental factors business performance," "association air quality footwear sales," "consumer behavior environmental conditions," "EPA data Statista analysis," "relationship air pollution global revenue," "impact environmental factors business success," "athletic footwear sales environmental influence," "business performance environmental studies"

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Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho
Detailed data title: Percentage of days with moderate or worse air quality in Sandpoint, ID
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
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Global revenue generated by Adidas
Source: Statista
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Correlation r = 0.8990226 (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 = 0.8082416 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 80.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Global revenue generated by Adidas) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho) over the 17 years from 2006 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 9.3E-7. 0.0000009282480805237075000000
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 0.9 in 9.3E-5% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 1,077,298 random variables You don't actually need 1 million 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 16 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 16 because we have two variables measured over a period of 17 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.

[ 0.74, 0.96 ] 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.
20062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho (Bad air quality days)0.0056980100.002777780.0112360.00623053000.007326010.006230530.1342470.0792350.2071820.1515150.1342470.1095890.1675820.192308
Global revenue generated by Adidas (Million Euros)10.0810.310.810.3811.9913.3214.8814.214.5316.9218.4821.2221.9223.6419.8421.2322.51




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,237 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 636,906,169 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([0.00569801,0,0.00277778,0.011236,0.00623053,0,0,0.00732601,0.00623053,0.134247,0.079235,0.207182,0.151515,0.134247,0.109589,0.167582,0.192308,])
array_2 = np.array([10.08,10.3,10.8,10.38,11.99,13.32,14.88,14.2,14.53,16.92,18.48,21.22,21.92,23.64,19.84,21.23,22.51,])
array_1_name = "Air pollution in Sandpoint, Idaho"
array_2_name = "Global revenue generated by Adidas"

# 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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