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It seems that Neptune's newfound proximity to the Sun created a soap opera of its own, leading the viewers to switch from the fictional drama of Days of Our Lives to the real-life gravitational tug-of-war between the two celestial bodies. It's a classic case of cosmic competition for attention! Remember, even in space, everyone loves a good plot twist.
Model: dalle-3
Prompt: [Sci-fi fantasy] An enormous, brilliant yellow sun fills the sky, casting a warm and golden glow over the landscape. In the distance, the majestic blue planet Neptune edges ever closer to the radiant star, its presence causing warped space around it. Waves of distortion ripple through the air, creating a mesmerizing and otherworldly effect. Meanwhile, in living rooms around the world, TV screens display scrambled and disrupted images of popular soap operas, leaving frustrated fans unable to enjoy their favorite shows. The viewership count board in a room ominously decreases as fans seek alternative entertainment, mirroring the global impact of the extraordinary celestial event. 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 situation described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here is a situation: Well, as everyone knows, when Neptune gets too close to the Sun, the gravitational pull causes a rift in the space-time continuum, resulting in a temporary disruption of soap opera transmissions. So obviously, when Days of Our Lives fans couldn't tune in, the viewership count naturally decreased.. Given that situation, which of the following image descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand and the tone of the explanation. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: Art nouveau Steampunk Cute 2D animation Sci-fi fantacy A Discovery magazine cover image
ChatGPT: Sci-fi fantasy
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated and the explanation described. Do not reference graphs or charts; describe physical objects.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that depicts the following situation. Keep the description simple. Well, as everyone knows, when Neptune gets too close to the Sun, the gravitational pull causes a rift in the space-time continuum, resulting in a temporary disruption of soap opera transmissions. So obviously, when Days of Our Lives fans couldn't tune in, the viewership count naturally decreased.
ChatGPT: Picture a bright yellow sun hanging in the sky, with the distant blue planet Neptune slowly moving closer and closer to it. As Neptune nears the sun, you see ripples forming in the space around it, causing a temporary distortion in the air. Meanwhile, in living rooms across the world, the TV screens show fuzzy, disrupted images of soap operas, leaving frustrated fans unable to watch their favorite shows. The viewership count board displayed in a room drops by a few numbers as fans seek alternative entertainment.
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: [ Sci-fi fantasy ] and depicting this scene: Picture a bright yellow sun hanging in the sky, with the distant blue planet Neptune slowly moving closer and closer to it. As Neptune nears the sun, you see ripples forming in the space around it, causing a temporary distortion in the air. Meanwhile, in living rooms across the world, the TV screens show fuzzy, disrupted images of soap operas, leaving frustrated fans unable to watch their favorite shows. The viewership count board displayed in a room drops by a few numbers as fans seek alternative entertainment. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: [Sci-fi fantasy] An enormous, brilliant yellow sun fills the sky, casting a warm and golden glow over the landscape. In the distance, the majestic blue planet Neptune edges ever closer to the radiant star, its presence causing warped space around it. Waves of distortion ripple through the air, creating a mesmerizing and otherworldly effect. Meanwhile, in living rooms around the world, TV screens display scrambled and disrupted images of popular soap operas, leaving frustrated fans unable to enjoy their favorite shows. The viewership count board in a room ominously decreases as fans seek alternative entertainment, mirroring the global impact of the extraordinary celestial event.
*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.
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 a decrease in The distance between Neptune and the Sun caused Viewership count for Days of Our Lives to decrease. Add a funny one-liner at the end.
AI academic paper
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Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership The Interstellar Journal of Planetary Entertainment Studies Jan 2024 Reminder: This paper is AI-generated. Not real! |
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
Make the title punny if you can come up with clever pun. If not, make it sound serious.
Your research team used data from Caclculated using Astropy and Wikipedia to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and p < 0.01 for 1975 to 2021.
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]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
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Your response should start like this:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Since the dawn of human civilization, we have gazed up at the night sky, seeking to unravel the cosmic mysteries that transcend our earthly concerns. In this pursuit of understanding, we have often turned to the study of celestial bodies and their intricate interplay with the rhythms of our terrestrial existence. In an unexpected turn of events, our investigation delves into the celestial depths to unearth the potential link between the ebb and flow of Neptune's distance from the Sun and the enduring saga of dramatic entanglements found on the small screen in the form of the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives.
Soap operas, those beloved staples of daytime television, have captivated audiences with their never-ending web of interpersonal relationships, scandalous plot twists, and perpetually unresolved cliffhangers. Among these titans of the daytime slot, Days of Our Lives stands as a paragon of enduring melodrama, serving as a constant companion to loyal viewers and a guilty pleasure for many. Its ability to maintain its place in the hearts and schedules of viewers for decades has long been a source of fascination and intrigue.
On the other hand, Neptune, the enigmatic ice giant residing on the outer fringes of our solar system, holds its own allure to astronomers and celestial enthusiasts alike. Its mysterious blue hue and remote orbit have beckoned many a scientific mind to ponder its influence on the cosmos, but few might have dared to consider its potential impact on the fluctuations of television viewership.
It is within this cosmic backdrop that our research endeavors to unearth any semblance of a connection between these two seemingly disparate realms. By drawing upon robust datasets meticulously sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, our analysis seeks to unveil the hidden harmonies between the celestial ballet of Neptune's orbit and the compelling narratives that unfold within the fictional town of Salem on Days of Our Lives.
In the pages that follow, we embark on a statistical odyssey to unpack the findings that have emerged from our venture into these uncharted territories. The implications of our discoveries extend beyond the realm of mere entertainment, inviting us to contemplate the subtle forces at play in shaping our cultural preferences. As we navigate this exploration, we trust that our revelations will serve as a celestial beacon, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between celestial bodies and the tapestry of human experience, where the gravitational pull of Neptune's orbit may hold unexpected sway over the vicissitudes of daytime drama fandom.
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
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]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Since the dawn of human civilization, we have gazed up at the night sky, seeking to unravel the cosmic mysteries that transcend our earthly concerns. In this pursuit of understanding, we have often turned to the study of celestial bodies and their intricate interplay with the rhythms of our terrestrial existence. In an unexpected turn of events, our investigation delves into the celestial depths to unearth the potential link between the ebb and flow of Neptune's distance from the Sun and the enduring saga of dramatic entanglements found on the small screen in the form of the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives.
Soap operas, those beloved staples of daytime television, have captivated audiences with their never-ending web of interpersonal relationships, scandalous plot twists, and perpetually unresolved cliffhangers. Among these titans of the daytime slot, Days of Our Lives stands as a paragon of enduring melodrama, serving as a constant companion to loyal viewers and a guilty pleasure for many. Its ability to maintain its place in the hearts and schedules of viewers for decades has long been a source of fascination and intrigue.
On the other hand, Neptune, the enigmatic ice giant residing on the outer fringes of our solar system, holds its own allure to astronomers and celestial enthusiasts alike. Its mysterious blue hue and remote orbit have beckoned many a scientific mind to ponder its influence on the cosmos, but few might have dared to consider its potential impact on the fluctuations of television viewership.
It is within this cosmic backdrop that our research endeavors to unearth any semblance of a connection between these two seemingly disparate realms. By drawing upon robust datasets meticulously sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, our analysis seeks to unveil the hidden harmonies between the celestial ballet of Neptune's orbit and the compelling narratives that unfold within the fictional town of Salem on Days of Our Lives.
In the pages that follow, we embark on a statistical odyssey to unpack the findings that have emerged from our venture into these uncharted territories. The implications of our discoveries extend beyond the realm of mere entertainment, inviting us to contemplate the subtle forces at play in shaping our cultural preferences. As we navigate this exploration, we trust that our revelations will serve as a celestial beacon, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between celestial bodies and the tapestry of human experience, where the gravitational pull of Neptune's orbit may hold unexpected sway over the vicissitudes of daytime drama fandom.
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Your response should start like this:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "Smith et al. (2010)," the authors find that the gravitational pull of Neptune, despite its considerable distance from the Sun, may have unforeseen effects on the outer reaches of the solar system. While their focus lies primarily on the interactions between Neptune and other gas giants, their findings prompt us to consider the potential ripple effects that emanate from this distant ice giant.
Doe's study in "Astronomical Ruminations" delves into the symbolic significance of Neptune's position in relation to the Sun and its impact on human consciousness. While the study primarily focuses on metaphysical interpretations, it inadvertently raises thought-provoking questions about the unseen influences that may permeate our daily lives, including our entertainment choices.
Jones's research in "Celestial Symphonies" takes a more unconventional approach, exploring the metaphorical resonance of planetary movements with human drama. Though the work is more philosophical in nature, it paves the way for this current investigation into the potential celestial choreography that may sway the viewership trends of Days of Our Lives.
Moving beyond academic publications, "The Grand Design" by Stephen Hawking offers a broader perspective on the interconnectedness of cosmic phenomena and the fundamental nature of our universe. While the text primarily concentrates on theoretical physics, it serves as a poignant reminder of the infinite and often inexplicable interplay between distant celestial bodies and the fabric of our existence.
On a more fictional note, the works of Isaac Asimov, particularly "Foundation," provide literary explorations of societal dynamics amid the backdrop of vast interstellar civilizations. While purely fictional in nature, these narratives engage with the complexities of human behavior influenced by grand, cosmic-scale forces, offering a whimsical parallel to our examination of the Neptune-Sun dynamic.
In a more contemporary domain, social media platforms have seen their fair share of musings on celestial influences and soap opera fandom. One particularly intriguing post on Twitter read, "I swear, every time Neptune's orbit aligns just right, I find myself binge-watching Days of Our Lives. Coincidence? I think not! #CosmicSoapOperatics."
With this eclectic array of sources, our research seeks to bridge the realms of scientific inquiry, cultural analysis, and casual observations to unravel the potential rapport between Neptune's celestial meanderings and the enduring allure of daytime melodrama. Our investigation stands as a testament to the undeniably peculiar intersections that lie at the crux of cosmic wonder and the whimsical world of soap opera enchantment.
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Caclculated using Astropy and Wikipedia . You used data from 1975 to 2021
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]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Since the dawn of human civilization, we have gazed up at the night sky, seeking to unravel the cosmic mysteries that transcend our earthly concerns. In this pursuit of understanding, we have often turned to the study of celestial bodies and their intricate interplay with the rhythms of our terrestrial existence. In an unexpected turn of events, our investigation delves into the celestial depths to unearth the potential link between the ebb and flow of Neptune's distance from the Sun and the enduring saga of dramatic entanglements found on the small screen in the form of the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives.
Soap operas, those beloved staples of daytime television, have captivated audiences with their never-ending web of interpersonal relationships, scandalous plot twists, and perpetually unresolved cliffhangers. Among these titans of the daytime slot, Days of Our Lives stands as a paragon of enduring melodrama, serving as a constant companion to loyal viewers and a guilty pleasure for many. Its ability to maintain its place in the hearts and schedules of viewers for decades has long been a source of fascination and intrigue.
On the other hand, Neptune, the enigmatic ice giant residing on the outer fringes of our solar system, holds its own allure to astronomers and celestial enthusiasts alike. Its mysterious blue hue and remote orbit have beckoned many a scientific mind to ponder its influence on the cosmos, but few might have dared to consider its potential impact on the fluctuations of television viewership.
It is within this cosmic backdrop that our research endeavors to unearth any semblance of a connection between these two seemingly disparate realms. By drawing upon robust datasets meticulously sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, our analysis seeks to unveil the hidden harmonies between the celestial ballet of Neptune's orbit and the compelling narratives that unfold within the fictional town of Salem on Days of Our Lives.
In the pages that follow, we embark on a statistical odyssey to unpack the findings that have emerged from our venture into these uncharted territories. The implications of our discoveries extend beyond the realm of mere entertainment, inviting us to contemplate the subtle forces at play in shaping our cultural preferences. As we navigate this exploration, we trust that our revelations will serve as a celestial beacon, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between celestial bodies and the tapestry of human experience, where the gravitational pull of Neptune's orbit may hold unexpected sway over the vicissitudes of daytime drama fandom.
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Your response should start like this:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
ChatGPT:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
To elucidate the celestial enigma of Neptune's distance from the Sun and its peculiar synergy with the viewership count for Days of Our Lives, our research team undertook a comprehensive methodological approach that combined astronomical observations with television viewership data, resulting in a veritable cosmic concoction of analysis.
Astronomical Data Collection:
The journey to capture Neptune's fleeting dance with the Sun commenced with the collection of precise astronomical data. Leveraging the venerable tools provided by Astropy, we meticulously sourced information on Neptune's heliocentric distance from the Sun over the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. The kaleidoscopic array of numerical coordinates and celestial coordinates provided a stellar foundation for our cosmic investigation, laying the groundwork for a statistical voyage that transcended the conventional bounds of astronomical inquiry.
Television Viewership Data Retrieval:
Simultaneously, we embarked on an odyssey through the digital annals of televised drama, scouring the depths of Wikipedia to extract the viewership counts for Days of Our Lives from 1975 to 2021. Amidst the vast expanse of online repositories, we navigated through the episodic ebbs and flows of viewership statistics, charting the captivating trajectory of soap opera fandom across the decades. It is worth noting that while the internet proved to be a treasure trove of data, navigating the labyrinthine pathways of online information could at times feel akin to a cosmic quest in its own right, navigating through the celestial archive of digitized knowledge.
Data Alignment and Harmonization:
With our astronomical and viewership datasets firmly secured, the next cosmic conundrum lay in aligning these disparate sources of information. Employing a celestial cartographer's finesse and a soap opera aficionado's keen eye for narrative intricacies, we meticulously synchronized the temporal coordinates of Neptune's orbit with the serialized sagas unfolding in the fictional town of Salem. This harmonization of data transformed our research into a cosmic symphony, blending the distant whispers of planetary motion with the captivating crescendos of television drama.
Statistical Analysis:
Armed with our meticulously aligned datasets, we subjected the combined astronomical and viewership data to a rigorous statistical analysis. Employing sophisticated techniques such as correlation analysis and time series modeling, we sought to uncover any semblance of a relationship between Neptune's celestial sojourns and the ebb and flow of soap operatic viewership. The statistical cauldron bubbled with anticipation, as we patiently awaited the revelation of cosmic correlations amidst the terrestrial melodrama.
It is important to emphasize that while the methodological paths we tread may appear nebulous at first glance, our approach was underpinned by rigorous scientific rigor and an unyielding dedication to unraveling the cosmic enigma that intertwines the celestial choreography of planets with the captivating narratives of daytime television.
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Caclculated using Astropy and Wikipedia .
For the time period 1975 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9591263, r-squared of 0.9199232, 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]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Since the dawn of human civilization, we have gazed up at the night sky, seeking to unravel the cosmic mysteries that transcend our earthly concerns. In this pursuit of understanding, we have often turned to the study of celestial bodies and their intricate interplay with the rhythms of our terrestrial existence. In an unexpected turn of events, our investigation delves into the celestial depths to unearth the potential link between the ebb and flow of Neptune's distance from the Sun and the enduring saga of dramatic entanglements found on the small screen in the form of the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives.
Soap operas, those beloved staples of daytime television, have captivated audiences with their never-ending web of interpersonal relationships, scandalous plot twists, and perpetually unresolved cliffhangers. Among these titans of the daytime slot, Days of Our Lives stands as a paragon of enduring melodrama, serving as a constant companion to loyal viewers and a guilty pleasure for many. Its ability to maintain its place in the hearts and schedules of viewers for decades has long been a source of fascination and intrigue.
On the other hand, Neptune, the enigmatic ice giant residing on the outer fringes of our solar system, holds its own allure to astronomers and celestial enthusiasts alike. Its mysterious blue hue and remote orbit have beckoned many a scientific mind to ponder its influence on the cosmos, but few might have dared to consider its potential impact on the fluctuations of television viewership.
It is within this cosmic backdrop that our research endeavors to unearth any semblance of a connection between these two seemingly disparate realms. By drawing upon robust datasets meticulously sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, our analysis seeks to unveil the hidden harmonies between the celestial ballet of Neptune's orbit and the compelling narratives that unfold within the fictional town of Salem on Days of Our Lives.
In the pages that follow, we embark on a statistical odyssey to unpack the findings that have emerged from our venture into these uncharted territories. The implications of our discoveries extend beyond the realm of mere entertainment, inviting us to contemplate the subtle forces at play in shaping our cultural preferences. As we navigate this exploration, we trust that our revelations will serve as a celestial beacon, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between celestial bodies and the tapestry of human experience, where the gravitational pull of Neptune's orbit may hold unexpected sway over the vicissitudes of daytime drama fandom.
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Your response should start like this:
[[RESULTS]]
ChatGPT:
[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for Days of Our Lives yielded intriguing findings. Our analysis revealed a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9591263, indicating a robust positive association between these seemingly unrelated variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.9199232 further attests to the substantial proportion of variance in the viewership count for Days of Our Lives that can be explained by the distance of Neptune from the Sun.
As for the statistical significance of our findings, the p-value of less than 0.01 provides compelling evidence to reject the null hypothesis of no association. This supports the notion that there is a genuine connection between the celestial position of Neptune and the ebb and flow of viewership for this enduring soap opera.
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually depicts the striking correlation observed between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for Days of Our Lives. The data points align themselves in a manner that emphasizes the coherent trend, underscoring the unexpected relationship uncovered through our analysis.
These results not only defy conventional expectations but also beckon us to ponder the cosmic forces at play in shaping the appeal of longstanding television dramas. The uncanny resonance between the distant dance of Neptune and the terrestrial narratives unfurling in Days of Our Lives invites contemplation of the enigmatic interconnections woven into the fabric of our cultural preferences.
In conclusion, our findings stand as a testament to the unforeseen influence of celestial bodies on the vicissitudes of human entertainment choices. As we peer into the cosmic tapestry, we are reminded that even the most remote reaches of our solar system may cast ripples that reach the television screens of devoted audiences, underscoring the captivating mysteries that permeate our shared human experience.
Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
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]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "Smith et al. (2010)," the authors find that the gravitational pull of Neptune, despite its considerable distance from the Sun, may have unforeseen effects on the outer reaches of the solar system. While their focus lies primarily on the interactions between Neptune and other gas giants, their findings prompt us to consider the potential ripple effects that emanate from this distant ice giant.
Doe's study in "Astronomical Ruminations" delves into the symbolic significance of Neptune's position in relation to the Sun and its impact on human consciousness. While the study primarily focuses on metaphysical interpretations, it inadvertently raises thought-provoking questions about the unseen influences that may permeate our daily lives, including our entertainment choices.
Jones's research in "Celestial Symphonies" takes a more unconventional approach, exploring the metaphorical resonance of planetary movements with human drama. Though the work is more philosophical in nature, it paves the way for this current investigation into the potential celestial choreography that may sway the viewership trends of Days of Our Lives.
Moving beyond academic publications, "The Grand Design" by Stephen Hawking offers a broader perspective on the interconnectedness of cosmic phenomena and the fundamental nature of our universe. While the text primarily concentrates on theoretical physics, it serves as a poignant reminder of the infinite and often inexplicable interplay between distant celestial bodies and the fabric of our existence.
On a more fictional note, the works of Isaac Asimov, particularly "Foundation," provide literary explorations of societal dynamics amid the backdrop of vast interstellar civilizations. While purely fictional in nature, these narratives engage with the complexities of human behavior influenced by grand, cosmic-scale forces, offering a whimsical parallel to our examination of the Neptune-Sun dynamic.
In a more contemporary domain, social media platforms have seen their fair share of musings on celestial influences and soap opera fandom. One particularly intriguing post on Twitter read, "I swear, every time Neptune's orbit aligns just right, I find myself binge-watching Days of Our Lives. Coincidence? I think not! #CosmicSoapOperatics."
With this eclectic array of sources, our research seeks to bridge the realms of scientific inquiry, cultural analysis, and casual observations to unravel the potential rapport between Neptune's celestial meanderings and the enduring allure of daytime melodrama. Our investigation stands as a testament to the undeniably peculiar intersections that lie at the crux of cosmic wonder and the whimsical world of soap opera enchantment.
[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for Days of Our Lives yielded intriguing findings. Our analysis revealed a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9591263, indicating a robust positive association between these seemingly unrelated variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.9199232 further attests to the substantial proportion of variance in the viewership count for Days of Our Lives that can be explained by the distance of Neptune from the Sun.
As for the statistical significance of our findings, the p-value of less than 0.01 provides compelling evidence to reject the null hypothesis of no association. This supports the notion that there is a genuine connection between the celestial position of Neptune and the ebb and flow of viewership for this enduring soap opera.
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually depicts the striking correlation observed between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for Days of Our Lives. The data points align themselves in a manner that emphasizes the coherent trend, underscoring the unexpected relationship uncovered through our analysis.
These results not only defy conventional expectations but also beckon us to ponder the cosmic forces at play in shaping the appeal of longstanding television dramas. The uncanny resonance between the distant dance of Neptune and the terrestrial narratives unfurling in Days of Our Lives invites contemplation of the enigmatic interconnections woven into the fabric of our cultural preferences.
In conclusion, our findings stand as a testament to the unforeseen influence of celestial bodies on the vicissitudes of human entertainment choices. As we peer into the cosmic tapestry, we are reminded that even the most remote reaches of our solar system may cast ripples that reach the television screens of devoted audiences, underscoring the captivating mysteries that permeate our shared human experience.
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[[DISCUSSION]]
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[[DISCUSSION]]
The enthralling confluence of cosmic events and the captivating antics of Days of Our Lives has led to some truly stellar revelations in our investigation. Our findings lend striking support to the earlier work of Smith et al. (2010), who unearthed the profound gravitational influence of Neptune despite its distance from the Sun. As our results demonstrate, the cosmic interplay extends beyond the confines of our solar system, exerting an unexpected sway over the terrestrial allure of daytime soap operas.
Doe's musings on the metaphysical implications of Neptune's positioning also acquire a new dimension of relevance in light of our findings. While the study might have approached the subject from a more abstract standpoint, it inadvertently laid the groundwork for our discovery of the palpable impact of Neptune's celestial positioning on the viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Our results thus attest to the previously unforeseen connection between planetary dynamics and the entertainment choices of earthbound, soap opera-loving audiences.
Furthermore, Jones's unconventional exploration of metaphorical parallels between planetary movements and human drama finds unlikely validation in our analysis. The coherent trend observed in our data echoes the rhythmic cadence of celestial choreography, subtly influencing the ebb and flow of viewership for this timeless television drama. It appears that even in the realm of cosmic soap operatics, the interplay of distant celestial bodies holds sway over the whims and fancies of devoted viewers.
The unanticipated rapport between Neptune's orbital path and the enduring allure of Days of Our Lives prompts a reconsideration of the whimsical tweet that posited a correlation between Neptune's alignment and binge-watching tendencies. In the light of our robust statistical evidence, we must indeed entertain the notion that there may be more than a hint of truth in the tongue-in-cheek cosmic conjecture featured on social media platforms.
Ultimately, our findings showcase the intricate interplay between astronomical phenomena and cultural preferences, encapsulating the captivating mysteries that permeate our shared human experience. As we journey through the cosmic expanse, we are reminded that even the most distant and ostensibly remote celestial bodies may wield an unforeseen influence over the tapestry of our terrestrial entertainment choices.
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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 The distance between Neptune and the Sun and Viewership count for Days of Our Lives. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.
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]]
Lost in Space Opera: An Interstellar Analysis of Neptune's Distance from the Sun and its Impact on Days of Our Lives Viewership
[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper explores the curious relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives. Leveraging data sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, we embarked on a cosmic quest to uncover any plausible connection between these seemingly unrelated phenomena. Through rigorous statistical analysis, our research team revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9591263 and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning from 1975 to 2021. Our findings suggest that the celestial dance of Neptune and the Sun may have an unforeseen influence on the enduring appeal of this iconic television series. This study not only sheds light on the enigmatic allure of soap operas, but also serves as a testament to the unfathomable interconnectedness of the universe, where even the most distant planets may sway the fates of daytime television dramas.
[[INTRDUCTION]]
Since the dawn of human civilization, we have gazed up at the night sky, seeking to unravel the cosmic mysteries that transcend our earthly concerns. In this pursuit of understanding, we have often turned to the study of celestial bodies and their intricate interplay with the rhythms of our terrestrial existence. In an unexpected turn of events, our investigation delves into the celestial depths to unearth the potential link between the ebb and flow of Neptune's distance from the Sun and the enduring saga of dramatic entanglements found on the small screen in the form of the long-running soap opera, Days of Our Lives.
Soap operas, those beloved staples of daytime television, have captivated audiences with their never-ending web of interpersonal relationships, scandalous plot twists, and perpetually unresolved cliffhangers. Among these titans of the daytime slot, Days of Our Lives stands as a paragon of enduring melodrama, serving as a constant companion to loyal viewers and a guilty pleasure for many. Its ability to maintain its place in the hearts and schedules of viewers for decades has long been a source of fascination and intrigue.
On the other hand, Neptune, the enigmatic ice giant residing on the outer fringes of our solar system, holds its own allure to astronomers and celestial enthusiasts alike. Its mysterious blue hue and remote orbit have beckoned many a scientific mind to ponder its influence on the cosmos, but few might have dared to consider its potential impact on the fluctuations of television viewership.
It is within this cosmic backdrop that our research endeavors to unearth any semblance of a connection between these two seemingly disparate realms. By drawing upon robust datasets meticulously sourced from Astropy and Wikipedia, our analysis seeks to unveil the hidden harmonies between the celestial ballet of Neptune's orbit and the compelling narratives that unfold within the fictional town of Salem on Days of Our Lives.
In the pages that follow, we embark on a statistical odyssey to unpack the findings that have emerged from our venture into these uncharted territories. The implications of our discoveries extend beyond the realm of mere entertainment, inviting us to contemplate the subtle forces at play in shaping our cultural preferences. As we navigate this exploration, we trust that our revelations will serve as a celestial beacon, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between celestial bodies and the tapestry of human experience, where the gravitational pull of Neptune's orbit may hold unexpected sway over the vicissitudes of daytime drama fandom.
[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the relationship between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for Days of Our Lives yielded intriguing findings. Our analysis revealed a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9591263, indicating a robust positive association between these seemingly unrelated variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.9199232 further attests to the substantial proportion of variance in the viewership count for Days of Our Lives that can be explained by the distance of Neptune from the Sun.
As for the statistical significance of our findings, the p-value of less than 0.01 provides compelling evidence to reject the null hypothesis of no association. This supports the notion that there is a genuine connection between the celestial position of Neptune and the ebb and flow of viewership for this enduring soap opera.
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually depicts the striking correlation observed between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the viewership count for Days of Our Lives. The data points align themselves in a manner that emphasizes the coherent trend, underscoring the unexpected relationship uncovered through our analysis.
These results not only defy conventional expectations but also beckon us to ponder the cosmic forces at play in shaping the appeal of longstanding television dramas. The uncanny resonance between the distant dance of Neptune and the terrestrial narratives unfurling in Days of Our Lives invites contemplation of the enigmatic interconnections woven into the fabric of our cultural preferences.
In conclusion, our findings stand as a testament to the unforeseen influence of celestial bodies on the vicissitudes of human entertainment choices. As we peer into the cosmic tapestry, we are reminded that even the most remote reaches of our solar system may cast ripples that reach the television screens of devoted audiences, underscoring the captivating mysteries that permeate our shared human experience.
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[[CONCLUSION]]
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[[CONCLUSION]]
In illuminating the unexpected nexus between the distance of Neptune from the Sun and the enduring appeal of Days of Our Lives, our study has unveiled layers of interstellar intrigue that extend beyond the confines of mundane melodrama. The robust correlation coefficient and compelling p-value serve as cosmic breadcrumbs, leading us to ponder the unseen cosmic choreography that may underpin the intricacies of television viewership. It is evident that the gravitational pull of Neptune's orbit extends far beyond the realms of astrophysics, reaching into the fabric of our cultural tapestry.
As we reflect on these findings, it becomes clear that the celestial dance of planets holds a sway over not only heavenly bodies but the earthly indulgences of soap opera enthusiasts. The resonance of Neptune's distance from the Sun with the ebb and flow of Days of Our Lives viewership prompts us to contemplate the cosmic jest at play, where the icy grip of an outer planet seems to intertwine with the fervor of daytime drama aficionados.
Yet, as we bask in the cosmic revelations brought forth by our research, we must acknowledge the limits of our celestial discourse. It is tempting to plunge deeper into the celestial abyss, pondering the influence of Uranus on reality TV or Saturn's rings on sports fandom, but for now, we must tether ourselves to the shores of reason. Our work stands as a celestial testament to the intertwining of the cosmic and the commonplace, a delightful dalliance into interstellar serendipity.
Therefore, we boldly assert that no further inquiry is warranted in this celestial soap opera saga, as the terrestrial and extraterrestrial threads of this cosmic narrative have been delicately woven into the fabric of our understanding. Let us bask in the cosmic curiosity uncovered, embracing the whimsical dance of distant planets and daytime dramas with equal parts wonder and amusement.
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The Interstellar Journal of Planetary Entertainment Studies
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The Stellar Dynamics Research Institute
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Neptune distance from Sun, Days of Our Lives viewership, interstellar analysis, Neptune influence on Days of Our Lives, statistical analysis Neptune and Days of Our Lives, Astropy data, Wikipedia data, soap operas and celestial bodies, correlation between Neptune distance and soap opera viewership
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The distance between Neptune and the SunDetailed data title: The average distance between Neptune and the Sun as measured on the first day of each month
Source: Caclculated using Astropy
Additional Info: I wrote a Python script using Astropy to calculate the distance between the named planets on the first day of each month for every year.
See what else correlates with The distance between Neptune and the Sun
Viewership count for Days of Our Lives
Detailed data title: Metered viewership count for Days of Our Lives
Source: Wikipedia
See what else correlates with Viewership count for Days of Our Lives
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 = 0.9199232 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 92% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Viewership count for Days of Our Lives) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., The distance between Neptune and the Sun) over the 47 years from 1975 through 2021.
p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 2.6E-26. 0.0000000000000000000000000263
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 2.6E-24% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 38,022,813,688,212,929,617,330,176 random variables You don't actually need 38 septillion 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 46 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 46 because we have two variables measured over a period of 47 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.
[ 0.93, 0.98 ] 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.
| 1975 | 1976 | 1977 | 1978 | 1979 | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 | 1987 | 1988 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
| The distance between Neptune and the Sun (Planetary distance (AU)) | 30.3007 | 30.2949 | 30.2898 | 30.2857 | 30.2823 | 30.2793 | 30.2763 | 30.2725 | 30.2676 | 30.2613 | 30.2535 | 30.2445 | 30.2347 | 30.2248 | 30.2152 | 30.2064 | 30.1985 | 30.1912 | 30.1844 | 30.1774 | 30.1698 | 30.161 | 30.1509 | 30.1396 | 30.1273 | 30.1147 | 30.1024 | 30.0908 | 30.0803 | 30.071 | 30.0627 | 30.055 | 30.0473 | 30.0391 | 30.0301 | 30.02 | 30.0091 | 29.9976 | 29.9861 | 29.9751 | 29.9652 | 29.9565 | 29.9491 | 29.9427 | 29.9369 | 29.931 | 29.9246 |
| Viewership count for Days of Our Lives (Nielson share) | 8300000 | 7800000 | 6900000 | 6800000 | 6600000 | 5600000 | 5500000 | 5700000 | 7100000 | 7100000 | 7200000 | 7000000 | 7100000 | 6500000 | 5400000 | 5200000 | 5400000 | 4900000 | 5600000 | 5300000 | 5800000 | 5800000 | 5100000 | 5800000 | 4200000 | 3800000 | 3600000 | 3100000 | 3100000 | 2700000 | 2600000 | 2300000 | 2100000 | 2200000 | 2200000 | 2000000 | 2000000 | 2100000 | 1900000 | 2050000 | 1800000 | 1600000 | 1600000 | 1600000 | 1400000 | 1200000 | 1200000 |
Why this works
- 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.
- 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. - 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. - 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([30.3007,30.2949,30.2898,30.2857,30.2823,30.2793,30.2763,30.2725,30.2676,30.2613,30.2535,30.2445,30.2347,30.2248,30.2152,30.2064,30.1985,30.1912,30.1844,30.1774,30.1698,30.161,30.1509,30.1396,30.1273,30.1147,30.1024,30.0908,30.0803,30.071,30.0627,30.055,30.0473,30.0391,30.0301,30.02,30.0091,29.9976,29.9861,29.9751,29.9652,29.9565,29.9491,29.9427,29.9369,29.931,29.9246,])
array_2 = np.array([8300000,7800000,6900000,6800000,6600000,5600000,5500000,5700000,7100000,7100000,7200000,7000000,7100000,6500000,5400000,5200000,5400000,4900000,5600000,5300000,5800000,5800000,5100000,5800000,4200000,3800000,3600000,3100000,3100000,2700000,2600000,2300000,2100000,2200000,2200000,2000000,2000000,2100000,1900000,2050000,1800000,1600000,1600000,1600000,1400000,1200000,1200000,])
array_1_name = "The distance between Neptune and the Sun"
array_2_name = "Viewership count for Days of Our Lives"
# 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)
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Correlation ID: 1034 · Black Variable ID: 1932 · Red Variable ID: 87
