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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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and the second variable is McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score.  The chart goes from 2012 to 2021, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As solar power in Bahrain increased, it led to a surplus of sunshine worldwide. This in turn boosted moods and overall happiness, causing a ripple effect of positivity. This unexpected spike in happiness made people more inclined to enjoy their McDonald's experience, from the taste of the fries to the sponginess of the burger buns. Who knew that the key to a higher customer satisfaction at McDonald's in the US wasn't just in the secret sauce, but also in the power of the sun - talk about a sunny side up situation!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a 3D Pixar-style cityscape set in bright and sunny Bahrain. The rooftops are adorned with solar panels basking in the abundant sunshine, and the streets are buzzing with vibrant energy. In the foreground, showcase a local McDonald's where happy customers are seen enjoying their meals under the cheery skies. The increased solar power has created a joyful atmosphere, leading to an increase in customer satisfaction and making people feel more positive and upbeat. 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: Increase in Solar Power Generated in Bahrain Leads to McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score Also Increasing due to Sunnier Dispositions among Patrons. 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: Vaporwave Macabre Psychedelic An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie 3D Pixar Style
ChatGPT: 3D Pixar Style

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. Increase in Solar Power Generated in Bahrain Leads to McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score Also Increasing due to Sunnier Dispositions among Patrons
ChatGPT: Picture a bright, sunny day in Bahrain where solar panels are installed on rooftops, soaking up the abundant sunshine. As a result, more electricity is being generated, and the streets are buzzing with energy. At the same time, at a local McDonald's, customers are seen smiling and enjoying their meals under the sunny skies. The increased solar power has created a cheerful atmosphere, leading to a rise in customer satisfaction, with people feeling more positive and upbeat.

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: [ 3D Pixar Style ] and depicting this scene: Picture a bright, sunny day in Bahrain where solar panels are installed on rooftops, soaking up the abundant sunshine. As a result, more electricity is being generated, and the streets are buzzing with energy. At the same time, at a local McDonald's, customers are seen smiling and enjoying their meals under the sunny skies. The increased solar power has created a cheerful atmosphere, leading to a rise in customer satisfaction, with people feeling more positive and upbeat. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a 3D Pixar-style cityscape set in bright and sunny Bahrain. The rooftops are adorned with solar panels basking in the abundant sunshine, and the streets are buzzing with vibrant energy. In the foreground, showcase a local McDonald's where happy customers are seen enjoying their meals under the cheery skies. The increased solar power has created a joyful atmosphere, leading to an increase in customer satisfaction and making people feel more positive and upbeat.

*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 Solar power generated in Bahrain caused McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

The Journal of Fast Food Energy Economics

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 silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from Energy Information Administration and ASCI to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 for 2012 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]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

As the famous saying goes, "I'm lovin' it!" Today, we embark on a journey that may seem as unlikely as a sunbathing polar bear: the exploration of the association between solar power generated in Bahrain and the oh-so-craveable American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. Never before has the world of solar energy crossed paths so deliciously with fast food satisfaction; however, as researchers, we are always hungry for unexpected connections and ravenous for statistical revelations.

When the sizzle of solar panels meets the sizzle of a hot-off-the-grill Quarter Pounder, one might expect the only "energy" to be shared is the kind that propels us towards the nearest nap-inducing food coma. However, our inquisitive minds beckon us to probe deeper into the sizzling synergy between these seemingly unrelated domains. By combining the electrifying data from the Energy Information Administration and the tantalizing statistics of the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we craftily constructed a data-driven feast fit for a hungry researcher.

Armed with an array of statistical tools and a side order of humor, we diligently sliced and diced the numbers, seeking to uncover whether a direct solar-powered pipeline to McDonald's drive-thrus could potentially illuminate a pathway to customer contentment. With findings that left us as surprised as finding a pickle on your Big Mac when you specifically asked for no pickles, our investigation revealed a positively radiant correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 spanning the sunny years from 2012 to 2021.

So, hold onto your fries and buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of statistical intrigue as we unravel the conundrum of how solar rays and burger trays may be aligned in a cosmic dance of customer satisfaction. This is where the worlds of kilowatts and ketchup collide, where sunbeams and happy meals converge, and where data analysis reveals the surprising harmony of seemingly unrelated variables. So grab a seat at our research table, dig into the data, and let the sunshine in, as we march toward a better understanding of the unlikely yet captivating Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of 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 name a couple popular internet memes that are related to one of the topics.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
As the famous saying goes, "I'm lovin' it!" Today, we embark on a journey that may seem as unlikely as a sunbathing polar bear: the exploration of the association between solar power generated in Bahrain and the oh-so-craveable American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. Never before has the world of solar energy crossed paths so deliciously with fast food satisfaction; however, as researchers, we are always hungry for unexpected connections and ravenous for statistical revelations.
When the sizzle of solar panels meets the sizzle of a hot-off-the-grill Quarter Pounder, one might expect the only "energy" to be shared is the kind that propels us towards the nearest nap-inducing food coma. However, our inquisitive minds beckon us to probe deeper into the sizzling synergy between these seemingly unrelated domains. By combining the electrifying data from the Energy Information Administration and the tantalizing statistics of the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we craftily constructed a data-driven feast fit for a hungry researcher.
Armed with an array of statistical tools and a side order of humor, we diligently sliced and diced the numbers, seeking to uncover whether a direct solar-powered pipeline to McDonald's drive-thrus could potentially illuminate a pathway to customer contentment. With findings that left us as surprised as finding a pickle on your Big Mac when you specifically asked for no pickles, our investigation revealed a positively radiant correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 spanning the sunny years from 2012 to 2021.
So, hold onto your fries and buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of statistical intrigue as we unravel the conundrum of how solar rays and burger trays may be aligned in a cosmic dance of customer satisfaction. This is where the worlds of kilowatts and ketchup collide, where sunbeams and happy meals converge, and where data analysis reveals the surprising harmony of seemingly unrelated variables. So grab a seat at our research table, dig into the data, and let the sunshine in, as we march toward a better understanding of the unlikely yet captivating Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In "Smith et al. (2015)," the authors find that the potential for solar power generation in Bahrain is a topic of increasing interest due to its geographical location and ample sunlight. As the world basks in the warm glow of renewable energy initiatives, Bahrain emerges as a promising player in the solar power arena, capturing the attention of researchers and policymakers alike.

Moving from the serious to the ridiculous, we must also acknowledge the groundbreaking work of "Doe and Jones (2017)" who delve into the depths of fast food satisfaction and its determinants. From the golden arches to the ever-controversial Filet-O-Fish, the researchers unearth a treasure trove of insights into the enigmatic world of McDonald's customer satisfaction.

A notable non-fiction book related to our research topic, "The Solar Revolution: One Planet, Many Worlds" by Travis Bradford, sheds light not only on the global solar energy landscape but also on the interconnectedness of energy systems and consumer behavior. Meanwhile, "Fast Food Nation" by Eric Schlosser peels back the layers of the fast food industry, exposing the tantalizing yet dubious facets of a world dominated by burgers, fries, and questionable condiment cleanliness protocols.

Turning to the world of fiction, we find ourselves captivated by the classic "Dune" by Frank Herbert. In this intergalactic saga, the power of the sun and the destiny of civilizations are intertwined, resonating with the intricate dance we seek to uncover between solar energy and fast food satisfaction. On a more whimsical note, "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" by Judi Barrett playfully explores the unexpected consequences of a food-producing weather phenomenon, providing a fantastical lens through which to view our research findings.

In the realm of popular internet memes, we cannot ignore the phenomena of "SpongeBob SquarePants" and his endearing antics at the Krusty Krab. From Krabby Patties to the infamous pickles under the tongue, the comical portrayals of fast food escapades mirror the everyday experiences of consumers navigating their dining choices – an amusing yet strangely relevant parallel to the nuances of customer satisfaction at McDonald's.

As we journey through the amalgamation of literature, both scholarly and tongue-in-cheek, we begin to see the intersection of solar power and fast food satisfaction not as an anomaly, but as a delightful intersection of two seemingly disparate domains. So let us don our scholarly aprons and prepare to feast on the banquet of knowledge as we uncover the link between solar brilliance and the golden glow of customer contentment at fast food establishments.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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 Energy Information Administration and ASCI . You used data from 2012 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]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
As the famous saying goes, "I'm lovin' it!" Today, we embark on a journey that may seem as unlikely as a sunbathing polar bear: the exploration of the association between solar power generated in Bahrain and the oh-so-craveable American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. Never before has the world of solar energy crossed paths so deliciously with fast food satisfaction; however, as researchers, we are always hungry for unexpected connections and ravenous for statistical revelations.
When the sizzle of solar panels meets the sizzle of a hot-off-the-grill Quarter Pounder, one might expect the only "energy" to be shared is the kind that propels us towards the nearest nap-inducing food coma. However, our inquisitive minds beckon us to probe deeper into the sizzling synergy between these seemingly unrelated domains. By combining the electrifying data from the Energy Information Administration and the tantalizing statistics of the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we craftily constructed a data-driven feast fit for a hungry researcher.
Armed with an array of statistical tools and a side order of humor, we diligently sliced and diced the numbers, seeking to uncover whether a direct solar-powered pipeline to McDonald's drive-thrus could potentially illuminate a pathway to customer contentment. With findings that left us as surprised as finding a pickle on your Big Mac when you specifically asked for no pickles, our investigation revealed a positively radiant correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 spanning the sunny years from 2012 to 2021.
So, hold onto your fries and buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of statistical intrigue as we unravel the conundrum of how solar rays and burger trays may be aligned in a cosmic dance of customer satisfaction. This is where the worlds of kilowatts and ketchup collide, where sunbeams and happy meals converge, and where data analysis reveals the surprising harmony of seemingly unrelated variables. So grab a seat at our research table, dig into the data, and let the sunshine in, as we march toward a better understanding of the unlikely yet captivating Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

Ah, the time has come to divulge the behind-the-scenes magic of our research concoction. Much like a secret recipe, our methodology blends a dash of tried-and-true statistical methods with a heaping portion of good ol' internet scavenging, along with a sprinkle of wit and whimsy. So sit tight, buckle up, and prepare for a methodological adventure that will make you crave both knowledge and a side of fries!

First and foremost, we embarked on a virtual treasure hunt across the vast expanse of the internet, seeking out the most scrumptious data morsels in relation to solar power generation in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Our primary sources of data were the esteemed Energy Information Administration and the delectable American Customer Satisfaction Index, where we scoured information spanning from 2012 to 2021. In the realm of scientific research, one must always be prepared to sift through heaps of data just as one sifts through fries in search of the perfect golden crispy specimen.

Upon assembling our treasure trove of data, we employed an array of statistical methods that pack a statistical punch fiercer than a supersized order of soft drinks. We calculated the correlation coefficient to unveil the intertwined destinies of solar power and the satisfaction of burger aficionados. This correlation coefficient, akin to a mathematical matchmaker, measures the strength and direction of the relationship between the variables. Lo and behold, our findings produced a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608, suggesting a sun-kissed connection between solar power and customer satisfaction. To support our statistical storytelling, we also crunched the numbers to determine the p-value, which revealed a level of significance that left us as surprised as finding an extra chicken nugget in the bottom of the bag.

In the spirit of full transparency, it's worth noting that our data analysis journey was not without its moments of numerical reckoning and data-based soul-searching. We navigated through the seas of standard deviations, charts, and graphs, all while making sure our research stayed as intellectually luminous as a solar-powered lightbulb.

As the figures twinkled before our eyes and the aroma of freshly cooked statistics wafted through the air, we embraced a blend of numerical precision and a splash of humor in our data analysis. Thus, our findings were presented with a side of wit and whimsy, much like the surprise toy in a happy meal. After all, who said numbers and statistical significance cannot share the stage with a well-timed pun or two?

In conclusion, our methodology may have been a blend of rigorous statistical analysis and a pinch of levity, but it served as the cornerstone of our investigation into the unlikely but delightful connection between solar power in Bahrain and the satisfaction of McDonald's patrons. So, as the curtains draw back on our methodology, envision us as intrepid statistical chefs proudly presenting our meticulously prepared data-dish, garnished with the finest of statistical methods and a sprinkle of humor to bring forth a juicy and delicious serving of academic revelation.

Stay tuned for more exciting insights as we unravel the captivating tale of solar rays and drive-thru trays in our forthcoming results and discussion!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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 Energy Information Administration and ASCI .

For the time period 2012 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9433608, r-squared of 0.8899296, 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]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
As the famous saying goes, "I'm lovin' it!" Today, we embark on a journey that may seem as unlikely as a sunbathing polar bear: the exploration of the association between solar power generated in Bahrain and the oh-so-craveable American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. Never before has the world of solar energy crossed paths so deliciously with fast food satisfaction; however, as researchers, we are always hungry for unexpected connections and ravenous for statistical revelations.
When the sizzle of solar panels meets the sizzle of a hot-off-the-grill Quarter Pounder, one might expect the only "energy" to be shared is the kind that propels us towards the nearest nap-inducing food coma. However, our inquisitive minds beckon us to probe deeper into the sizzling synergy between these seemingly unrelated domains. By combining the electrifying data from the Energy Information Administration and the tantalizing statistics of the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we craftily constructed a data-driven feast fit for a hungry researcher.
Armed with an array of statistical tools and a side order of humor, we diligently sliced and diced the numbers, seeking to uncover whether a direct solar-powered pipeline to McDonald's drive-thrus could potentially illuminate a pathway to customer contentment. With findings that left us as surprised as finding a pickle on your Big Mac when you specifically asked for no pickles, our investigation revealed a positively radiant correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 spanning the sunny years from 2012 to 2021.
So, hold onto your fries and buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of statistical intrigue as we unravel the conundrum of how solar rays and burger trays may be aligned in a cosmic dance of customer satisfaction. This is where the worlds of kilowatts and ketchup collide, where sunbeams and happy meals converge, and where data analysis reveals the surprising harmony of seemingly unrelated variables. So grab a seat at our research table, dig into the data, and let the sunshine in, as we march toward a better understanding of the unlikely yet captivating Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The sun has certainly smiled upon our research endeavor, as our data analysis revealed a remarkably splendid correlation of 0.9433608 between solar power generated in Bahrain and the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. This enchanting correlation is akin to finding the perfect balance of salt and pepper on your fries – just the right amount of seasoning to leave you craving for more!

With an r-squared value of 0.8899296, our results bear the triumphant aroma of freshly fried fries, signifying that a substantial proportion of the variation in McDonald's ACSI Score can be delightfully illuminated by the fluctuating rays of solar power emanating from Bahrain. It's as if the solar panels and the customer satisfaction survey data joined forces in a harmonious conga line, waltzing together in a dance of statistical significance and gustatory delight.

In the realm of statistical significance, our p-value of < 0.01 is like stumbling upon a rare, golden fry in your serving – a clear indication that the association between solar power in Bahrain and the American love affair with McDonald's transcends mere happenstance and flirts with the boundaries of cosmic fate. It's a captivating tale of numeric revelation that leaves us with a sense of wonder and a hankering for a Big Mac.

To visually capture the radiance of this surprising relationship, we present Figure 1, a scatterplot that showcases the undeniable bond between the two variables. Behold the petals of statistical bloom as solar power and customer satisfaction intertwine, much like the intricate patterns in a perfectly fried hash brown.

In conclusion, our findings not only shed light on the intertwined destinies of solar power and fast food satisfaction but also serve as a glowing testament to the unexpected connections that statistical analysis can uncover. It's a flavorful fusion of science, appetite, and numerical intrigue that beckons researchers and burger aficionados alike to embrace the delightful synergy between the celestial glow of solar power and the comforting allure of McDonald's. So let the radiance of our research results warm your statistical heart and leave you hungry for more savory statistical surprises!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "Smith et al. (2015)," the authors find that the potential for solar power generation in Bahrain is a topic of increasing interest due to its geographical location and ample sunlight. As the world basks in the warm glow of renewable energy initiatives, Bahrain emerges as a promising player in the solar power arena, capturing the attention of researchers and policymakers alike.
Moving from the serious to the ridiculous, we must also acknowledge the groundbreaking work of "Doe and Jones (2017)" who delve into the depths of fast food satisfaction and its determinants. From the golden arches to the ever-controversial Filet-O-Fish, the researchers unearth a treasure trove of insights into the enigmatic world of McDonald's customer satisfaction.
A notable non-fiction book related to our research topic, "The Solar Revolution: One Planet, Many Worlds" by Travis Bradford, sheds light not only on the global solar energy landscape but also on the interconnectedness of energy systems and consumer behavior. Meanwhile, "Fast Food Nation" by Eric Schlosser peels back the layers of the fast food industry, exposing the tantalizing yet dubious facets of a world dominated by burgers, fries, and questionable condiment cleanliness protocols.
Turning to the world of fiction, we find ourselves captivated by the classic "Dune" by Frank Herbert. In this intergalactic saga, the power of the sun and the destiny of civilizations are intertwined, resonating with the intricate dance we seek to uncover between solar energy and fast food satisfaction. On a more whimsical note, "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" by Judi Barrett playfully explores the unexpected consequences of a food-producing weather phenomenon, providing a fantastical lens through which to view our research findings.
In the realm of popular internet memes, we cannot ignore the phenomena of "SpongeBob SquarePants" and his endearing antics at the Krusty Krab. From Krabby Patties to the infamous pickles under the tongue, the comical portrayals of fast food escapades mirror the everyday experiences of consumers navigating their dining choices – an amusing yet strangely relevant parallel to the nuances of customer satisfaction at McDonald's.
As we journey through the amalgamation of literature, both scholarly and tongue-in-cheek, we begin to see the intersection of solar power and fast food satisfaction not as an anomaly, but as a delightful intersection of two seemingly disparate domains. So let us don our scholarly aprons and prepare to feast on the banquet of knowledge as we uncover the link between solar brilliance and the golden glow of customer contentment at fast food establishments.

[[RESULTS]]
The sun has certainly smiled upon our research endeavor, as our data analysis revealed a remarkably splendid correlation of 0.9433608 between solar power generated in Bahrain and the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. This enchanting correlation is akin to finding the perfect balance of salt and pepper on your fries – just the right amount of seasoning to leave you craving for more!
With an r-squared value of 0.8899296, our results bear the triumphant aroma of freshly fried fries, signifying that a substantial proportion of the variation in McDonald's ACSI Score can be delightfully illuminated by the fluctuating rays of solar power emanating from Bahrain. It's as if the solar panels and the customer satisfaction survey data joined forces in a harmonious conga line, waltzing together in a dance of statistical significance and gustatory delight.
In the realm of statistical significance, our p-value of < 0.01 is like stumbling upon a rare, golden fry in your serving – a clear indication that the association between solar power in Bahrain and the American love affair with McDonald's transcends mere happenstance and flirts with the boundaries of cosmic fate. It's a captivating tale of numeric revelation that leaves us with a sense of wonder and a hankering for a Big Mac.
To visually capture the radiance of this surprising relationship, we present Figure 1, a scatterplot that showcases the undeniable bond between the two variables. Behold the petals of statistical bloom as solar power and customer satisfaction intertwine, much like the intricate patterns in a perfectly fried hash brown.
In conclusion, our findings not only shed light on the intertwined destinies of solar power and fast food satisfaction but also serve as a glowing testament to the unexpected connections that statistical analysis can uncover. It's a flavorful fusion of science, appetite, and numerical intrigue that beckons researchers and burger aficionados alike to embrace the delightful synergy between the celestial glow of solar power and the comforting allure of McDonald's. So let the radiance of our research results warm your statistical heart and leave you hungry for more savory statistical surprises!

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

As we bask in the afterglow of our research, the connection we've uncovered between solar power in Bahrain and the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's shines brighter than a supernova in a fast-food galaxy. Our findings not only confirm the delectable insights of previous researchers but also sprinkle a generous helping of statistical seasoning on the solar-powered Big Mac of discovery.

First, let's take a solar-powered stroll down memory lane to acknowledge the work of "Smith et al. (2015)" in illuminating the potential of Bahrain's solar energy. It's clear that Bahrain's sunny disposition plays a pivotal role in our findings, akin to the Sun lovingly toasting the buns on a sizzling solar grill. Moreover, the engaging antics of "SpongeBob SquarePants" at the Krusty Krab provide a whimsical reminder of the everyday dining experiences that mirror the subtle nuances of customer satisfaction – a comically captivating parallel that echoes the tides of our statistical findings.

Drawing from the delightful blend of literature, we can savor the interconnectedness of solar brilliance and the golden glow of customer contentment at fast food establishments. It seems that the gustatory musings of "Doe and Jones (2017)" regarding the enigmatic world of McDonald's customer satisfaction have harmonized splendidly with the radiant revelations of solar power generation, akin to a symphony of savory statistics and solar serendipity. It's as if the statistical analysis has seasoned our findings with a dash of cosmic humor, leaving us craving for more intellectual morsels and succulent revelations.

The correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 that we've unearthed is akin to discovering the perfect blend of ketchup and mustard – a harmonious balance that leaves the taste buds of statistical significance tingling with delight. Our results add a flavorful dimension to the literature by showcasing the intricate dance between solar energy and consumer contentment at McDonald's. The high r-squared value and p-value of < 0.01 further tantalize the scientific palate, presenting a statistical feast that leaves us hungering for more solar-powered satisfaction.

Ultimately, our research is not just a scientific endeavor but a culinary adventure into the unexpected connections between solar power and fast food satisfaction. It's a tale of statistical intrigue that leaves us with a hankering for a side of cosmic fries and a refreshing statistical soda. So, let the radiance of our research findings continue to warm the statistical palate and pique the curiosity of researchers and fast food enthusiasts alike, as we savor the delightful synergy between solar energy and the comforting allure of McDonald's. After all, in the vast universe of statistical exploration, a bit of whimsy and humor can spice up even the most surprising of correlations.


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System prompt: You are a silly 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 Solar power generated in Bahrain and McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. 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]]
Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
As the famous saying goes, "I'm lovin' it!" Today, we embark on a journey that may seem as unlikely as a sunbathing polar bear: the exploration of the association between solar power generated in Bahrain and the oh-so-craveable American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. Never before has the world of solar energy crossed paths so deliciously with fast food satisfaction; however, as researchers, we are always hungry for unexpected connections and ravenous for statistical revelations.
When the sizzle of solar panels meets the sizzle of a hot-off-the-grill Quarter Pounder, one might expect the only "energy" to be shared is the kind that propels us towards the nearest nap-inducing food coma. However, our inquisitive minds beckon us to probe deeper into the sizzling synergy between these seemingly unrelated domains. By combining the electrifying data from the Energy Information Administration and the tantalizing statistics of the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we craftily constructed a data-driven feast fit for a hungry researcher.
Armed with an array of statistical tools and a side order of humor, we diligently sliced and diced the numbers, seeking to uncover whether a direct solar-powered pipeline to McDonald's drive-thrus could potentially illuminate a pathway to customer contentment. With findings that left us as surprised as finding a pickle on your Big Mac when you specifically asked for no pickles, our investigation revealed a positively radiant correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 spanning the sunny years from 2012 to 2021.
So, hold onto your fries and buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of statistical intrigue as we unravel the conundrum of how solar rays and burger trays may be aligned in a cosmic dance of customer satisfaction. This is where the worlds of kilowatts and ketchup collide, where sunbeams and happy meals converge, and where data analysis reveals the surprising harmony of seemingly unrelated variables. So grab a seat at our research table, dig into the data, and let the sunshine in, as we march toward a better understanding of the unlikely yet captivating Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection.

[[RESULTS]]
The sun has certainly smiled upon our research endeavor, as our data analysis revealed a remarkably splendid correlation of 0.9433608 between solar power generated in Bahrain and the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Score of McDonald's. This enchanting correlation is akin to finding the perfect balance of salt and pepper on your fries – just the right amount of seasoning to leave you craving for more!
With an r-squared value of 0.8899296, our results bear the triumphant aroma of freshly fried fries, signifying that a substantial proportion of the variation in McDonald's ACSI Score can be delightfully illuminated by the fluctuating rays of solar power emanating from Bahrain. It's as if the solar panels and the customer satisfaction survey data joined forces in a harmonious conga line, waltzing together in a dance of statistical significance and gustatory delight.
In the realm of statistical significance, our p-value of < 0.01 is like stumbling upon a rare, golden fry in your serving – a clear indication that the association between solar power in Bahrain and the American love affair with McDonald's transcends mere happenstance and flirts with the boundaries of cosmic fate. It's a captivating tale of numeric revelation that leaves us with a sense of wonder and a hankering for a Big Mac.
To visually capture the radiance of this surprising relationship, we present Figure 1, a scatterplot that showcases the undeniable bond between the two variables. Behold the petals of statistical bloom as solar power and customer satisfaction intertwine, much like the intricate patterns in a perfectly fried hash brown.
In conclusion, our findings not only shed light on the intertwined destinies of solar power and fast food satisfaction but also serve as a glowing testament to the unexpected connections that statistical analysis can uncover. It's a flavorful fusion of science, appetite, and numerical intrigue that beckons researchers and burger aficionados alike to embrace the delightful synergy between the celestial glow of solar power and the comforting allure of McDonald's. So let the radiance of our research results warm your statistical heart and leave you hungry for more savory statistical surprises!

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In the sizzling realm of statistical revelry, our exploration of the enigmatic Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection has left us with a delightful aftertaste of numerical fascination. The positively radiant correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 serves as a shining beacon of hope for all those who seek cosmic harmony in the realms of fast food satisfaction and solar energy. It's as if statistical significance and golden arches have aligned in a celestial dance, twirling and swirling in a cosmic breeze of flavor and solar flair.

However, while our findings may leave you with an appetite for statistical revelations, it's clear that we have reached the apex of fast food solar delights. Our research has left no pickle unturned, no fry unseasoned, and no solar panel unilluminated. It's time to close this delectable chapter and savor the statistical feast we have prepared. The association between solar power in Bahrain and the delight of McDonald's patrons has been thoroughly explored, so it's time to bid adieu to this deliciously surprising journey.

As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end, and so too must our appetite for uncovering the unexpected connections between solar power and fast food satisfaction. We hereby declare, with a satisfied statistical belly and a sprinkling of statistical stardust, that no more research is needed in this area. It's time to raise our glasses (or French fry containers) in celebration of a job well done and a bellyful of statistical surprises. Let the sunshine on other intriguing avenues of research, as we sign off with a satisfied statistical burp of discovery.


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 Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Fast Food Energy Economics


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 Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

Society for Sustainable Fast Food Research


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide potential search keywords separated by commas. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide potential search keywords for a paper titled Let the Sunshine - A Bright Side of Fast Food: The Solar Power - McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Connection with an abstract of In this deliciously illuminating study, we set out to explore the unlikely relationship between solar power generation in Bahrain and America's favorite fast food chain, McDonald's Customer Satisfaction Index Score. Utilizing data from the Energy Information Administration and the American Customer Satisfaction Index, we concocted the perfect recipe for research success. Our findings revealed a positively glowing correlation coefficient of 0.9433608 and p < 0.01 from 2012 to 2021, shedding light on the entwined fates of solar power and the golden arches. Through a combination of numerical analysis and a pinch of good humor, we highlighted the sunnier side of fast food satisfaction. So sit back, grab some fries, and bask in the radiance of our delightfully surprising discoveries.

ChatGPT:

solar power, McDonald's, customer satisfaction, fast food, correlation coefficient, Energy Information Administration, American Customer Satisfaction Index, Bahrain, America, research success, numerical analysis, fast food satisfaction

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Data details

Solar power generated in Bahrain
Detailed data title: Total solar power generated in Bahrain in billion kWh
Source: Energy Information Administration
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McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score
Source: ASCI
See what else correlates with McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score

Correlation r = 0.9433608 (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 = 0.8899296 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 89% of the change in the one variable (i.e., McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Solar power generated in Bahrain) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 4.2E-5. 0.0000420357835656236300000000
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 0.94 in 0.0042% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 23,789 random variables You don't actually need 23 thousand variables to find a correlation like this one. 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.

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 9 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 9 because we have two variables measured over a period of 10 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.

[ 0.77, 0.99 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

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


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

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
2012201320142015201620172018201920202021
Solar power generated in Bahrain (Billion kWh)0.00080.00080.008250.008250.008250.008250.008250.010.010.0122
McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score (ACSI score)007167696969697070




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,153 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 632,673,409 correlation calculations! This is called “data dredging.” Instead of starting with a hypothesis and testing it, I instead abused the data to see what correlations shake out. It’s a dangerous way to go about analysis, because any sufficiently large dataset will yield strong correlations completely at random.
  2. Lack of causal connection: There is probably Because these pages are automatically generated, it's possible that the two variables you are viewing are in fact causually related. I take steps to prevent the obvious ones from showing on the site (I don't let data about the weather in one city correlate with the weather in a neighboring city, for example), but sometimes they still pop up. If they are related, cool! You found a loophole.
    no direct connection between these variables, despite what the AI says above. This is exacerbated by the fact that I used "Years" as the base variable. Lots of things happen in a year that are not related to each other! Most studies would use something like "one person" in stead of "one year" to be the "thing" studied.
  3. Observations not independent: For many variables, sequential years are not independent of each other. If a population of people is continuously doing something every day, there is no reason to think they would suddenly change how they are doing that thing on January 1. A simple Personally I don't find any p-value calculation to be 'simple,' but you know what I mean.
    p-value calculation does not take this into account, so mathematically it appears less probable than it really is.




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([0.0008,0.0008,0.00825,0.00825,0.00825,0.00825,0.00825,0.01,0.01,0.0122,])
array_2 = np.array([0,0,71,67,69,69,69,69,70,70,])
array_1_name = "Solar power generated in Bahrain"
array_2_name = "McDonald's American Customer Satisfaction Index Score"

# 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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