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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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the second variable is The number of physical therapists in New Mexico.  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 more individuals obtained Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources, they developed an unprecedented understanding of the interconnectedness of all living organisms. This knowledge somehow led to the discovery of a secret plant in the New Mexico desert with potent healing properties. As word spread, it attracted physical therapists who wanted to incorporate this newfound botanical marvel into their practice, leading to a surprising boom in the number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Who knew that the key to aching muscles and joints lay hidden in the dusty terrain of the Land of Enchantment!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate a photorealistic image of a bright, spacious university classroom in New Mexico, filled with proud students holding up their newly awarded Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources. The students' faces are beaming with pride and accomplishment, and the warm sunlight streams in through the windows, casting a radiant glow on their faces. In the background, a bustling physical therapy clinic is visible, where a dedicated team of physical therapists works tirelessly to help their patients, creating a sense of dynamic energy and purpose. The scene is filled with excitement, achievement, and a palpable sense of dedication to academic and healthcare excellence. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: Photorealism Low poly Minimalism Brutalism Concept art
ChatGPT: Photorealism

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bright classroom at a university in New Mexico, a group of students proudly hold up their newly awarded Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources, while in the background, a bustling physical therapy clinic is filled with a team of dedicated physical therapists working to help their patients.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ Photorealism ] and depicting this scene: In a bright classroom at a university in New Mexico, a group of students proudly hold up their newly awarded Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources, while in the background, a bustling physical therapy clinic is filled with a team of dedicated physical therapists working to help their patients. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate a photorealistic image of a bright, spacious university classroom in New Mexico, filled with proud students holding up their newly awarded Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources. The students' faces are beaming with pride and accomplishment, and the warm sunlight streams in through the windows, casting a radiant glow on their faces. In the background, a bustling physical therapy clinic is visible, where a dedicated team of physical therapists works tirelessly to help their patients, creating a sense of dynamic energy and purpose. The scene is filled with excitement, achievement, and a palpable sense of dedication to academic and healthcare excellence.

*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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources caused The number of physical therapists in New Mexico to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

The Journal of Agrarian Affairs and Therapeutic Sciences

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 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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title an alliteration.

Your research team used data from National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 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]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The intersection of academic pursuits and professional careers often leads to intriguing discoveries, with unexpected connections and relationships arising from the most unlikely of pairings. In this vein, our research team embarked on a somewhat whimsical exploration of the correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the population of physical therapists in the state of New Mexico. This pursuit led us down a statistical rabbit hole, filled with surprising twists and turns that left us pondering the mischievous mysteries of these seemingly unrelated fields.

As any astute observer of statistical trends will attest, correlations often appear in the unlikeliest of places, much like a hidden easter egg in a maze of data. Our initial foray into this peculiar realm revealed a rather eyebrow-raising correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, suggesting a remarkably strong relationship between the number of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the presence of physical therapists in the arid expanse of New Mexico.

While the unexpected association between the cultivation of crops and the mending of joints might raise a few eyebrows, it nonetheless provides a fascinating glimpse into the unconventional connections that statistical analyses can unearth. It's almost as if the fields of academia and medicine have engaged in a delightful waltz, surprising onlookers with their unexpectedly harmonious convergence. After all, who would have thought that the growth of agricultural knowledge could be linked to the demand for therapeutic rehabilitation in the Land of Enchantment?

In this paper, we invite the reader to join us on this lighthearted journey as we uncover the melodious melody of agricultural academia resonating alongside the healing rhythms of physical therapy practice. Through meticulous data analysis and a touch of statistical whimsy, we aim to shine a light on this curious correlation while offering a playful ode to the delightful quirks of statistical exploration. So, buckle up and prepare to be amused and enlightened as we unravel the enigmatic relationship between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the bustling community of physical therapists in the vibrant tapestry of New Mexico.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. 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 devolve ever further, and mention something completely ridiculous, like you conducted literature review by reading CVS receipts.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of academic pursuits and professional careers often leads to intriguing discoveries, with unexpected connections and relationships arising from the most unlikely of pairings. In this vein, our research team embarked on a somewhat whimsical exploration of the correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the population of physical therapists in the state of New Mexico. This pursuit led us down a statistical rabbit hole, filled with surprising twists and turns that left us pondering the mischievous mysteries of these seemingly unrelated fields.
As any astute observer of statistical trends will attest, correlations often appear in the unlikeliest of places, much like a hidden easter egg in a maze of data. Our initial foray into this peculiar realm revealed a rather eyebrow-raising correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, suggesting a remarkably strong relationship between the number of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the presence of physical therapists in the arid expanse of New Mexico.
While the unexpected association between the cultivation of crops and the mending of joints might raise a few eyebrows, it nonetheless provides a fascinating glimpse into the unconventional connections that statistical analyses can unearth. It's almost as if the fields of academia and medicine have engaged in a delightful waltz, surprising onlookers with their unexpectedly harmonious convergence. After all, who would have thought that the growth of agricultural knowledge could be linked to the demand for therapeutic rehabilitation in the Land of Enchantment?
In this paper, we invite the reader to join us on this lighthearted journey as we uncover the melodious melody of agricultural academia resonating alongside the healing rhythms of physical therapy practice. Through meticulous data analysis and a touch of statistical whimsy, we aim to shine a light on this curious correlation while offering a playful ode to the delightful quirks of statistical exploration. So, buckle up and prepare to be amused and enlightened as we unravel the enigmatic relationship between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the bustling community of physical therapists in the vibrant tapestry of New Mexico.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The realm of academic inquiry into the correlation between Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the number of physical therapists in New Mexico has been a peculiar playground of scholarly investigation. Numerous researchers have endeavored to unravel this enigmatic connection, and their findings have ranged from the utterly serious to the delightfully whimsical.

In "Smith and Doe's Study on Agricultural Academia and Health Professions," the authors find a surprising correlation between the two fields, prompting further exploration into the intersection of crop cultivation and joint mending. Similarly, Jones et al. shed light on the statistical relationship between educational pursuits in agricultural sciences and the demand for therapeutic services in the ever-enchanting New Mexico.

Moreover, works such as "The Encyclopedia of Agricultural and Natural Resources Education" provide an in-depth look at the academic landscape, encompassing the quirky correlations that can sprout from the fertile soil of statistical analyses. On the more playful side, the fictional works "The Secret Life of Physical Therapists" and "Agriculture and Otherworldly Connections" offer a whimsical take on the theoretical interplay between these seemingly incongruous disciplines.

Furthermore, the literature delves into unexpected sources for insights, such as the analysis of grocery store receipts and the dramatic analysis of the correlation between avocado consumption and the presence of physical therapy clinics. While these sources may seem farcical, they nevertheless add a touch of levity to the scholarly pursuit and remind us to embrace the unexpected in our quest for knowledge.

In this quirky tapestry of research and literature, the connection between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the vibrant community of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment continues to evolve, inviting researchers to both ponder the statistical conundrum and enjoy the delightful absurdity of this academic whodunit.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . 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]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of academic pursuits and professional careers often leads to intriguing discoveries, with unexpected connections and relationships arising from the most unlikely of pairings. In this vein, our research team embarked on a somewhat whimsical exploration of the correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the population of physical therapists in the state of New Mexico. This pursuit led us down a statistical rabbit hole, filled with surprising twists and turns that left us pondering the mischievous mysteries of these seemingly unrelated fields.
As any astute observer of statistical trends will attest, correlations often appear in the unlikeliest of places, much like a hidden easter egg in a maze of data. Our initial foray into this peculiar realm revealed a rather eyebrow-raising correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, suggesting a remarkably strong relationship between the number of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the presence of physical therapists in the arid expanse of New Mexico.
While the unexpected association between the cultivation of crops and the mending of joints might raise a few eyebrows, it nonetheless provides a fascinating glimpse into the unconventional connections that statistical analyses can unearth. It's almost as if the fields of academia and medicine have engaged in a delightful waltz, surprising onlookers with their unexpectedly harmonious convergence. After all, who would have thought that the growth of agricultural knowledge could be linked to the demand for therapeutic rehabilitation in the Land of Enchantment?
In this paper, we invite the reader to join us on this lighthearted journey as we uncover the melodious melody of agricultural academia resonating alongside the healing rhythms of physical therapy practice. Through meticulous data analysis and a touch of statistical whimsy, we aim to shine a light on this curious correlation while offering a playful ode to the delightful quirks of statistical exploration. So, buckle up and prepare to be amused and enlightened as we unravel the enigmatic relationship between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the bustling community of physical therapists in the vibrant tapestry of New Mexico.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unravel the enigmatic connection between Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the number of physical therapists in New Mexico, our research team engaged in a whimsical yet methodologically robust journey through the convoluted landscape of data collection and analysis. Our approach combined elements of statistical wizardry, digital archaeology, and a dash of good old-fashioned sleuthing to curate a comprehensive dataset spanning the years 2012 to 2021.

Data on the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources was obtained from the National Center for Education Statistics, providing a treasure trove of academic accolades in the realm of rural cultivation and environmental stewardship. Meanwhile, the elusive population of physical therapists in the mysterious deserts of New Mexico was uncovered through the Bureau of Labor Statistics, requiring a keen eye for occupational census data amidst the vast expanse of statistical archives.

After assembling this delightful array of numbers and figures, our intrepid research team set forth to unleash the power of correlation analysis, employing complex statistical tools to sift through the data with a mixture of curiosity and determination. With our trusty statistical software as our guide, we embarked on a merry quest to quantify the relationship between these seemingly incongruous domains, harnessing the predictive prowess of the correlation coefficient to unveil the hidden harmony between agricultural academia and rehabilitative expertise.

The analysis methods employed ranged from the elegant elegance of Pearson's correlation coefficient to the spirited splendor of linear regression, allowing us to uncover not only the strength of the relationship but also to glimpse into the potential nuances and subtleties underlying this unexpected pairing. It was a bit like discovering a hidden treasure map within the confounding labyrinth of statistical landscapes, bringing both amusement and scholarly enlightenment to our inquisitive exploration.

In addition to the structured statistical analyses, our research team indulged in the delightful art of data visualization, crafting captivating charts and graphs to illustrate the interplay between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the burgeoning community of physical therapists in the captivating state of New Mexico. These visual masterpieces served not only to elucidate our findings but also to infuse a touch of creative whimsy into the often staid world of statistical inquiry, inviting readers to embark on this merry statistical escapade with a twinkle in their eye.

With our peculiar yet rigorous research methodology firmly in place, we set forth to unfurl the mischievous mystery of this unexpected correlation, blending statistical sophistication with a playful spirit of inquiry to shed light on the delightful dance between academia and practice in the inimitable landscape of New Mexico.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2012 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9584204, r-squared of 0.9185697, 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]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The intersection of academic pursuits and professional careers often leads to intriguing discoveries, with unexpected connections and relationships arising from the most unlikely of pairings. In this vein, our research team embarked on a somewhat whimsical exploration of the correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the population of physical therapists in the state of New Mexico. This pursuit led us down a statistical rabbit hole, filled with surprising twists and turns that left us pondering the mischievous mysteries of these seemingly unrelated fields.
As any astute observer of statistical trends will attest, correlations often appear in the unlikeliest of places, much like a hidden easter egg in a maze of data. Our initial foray into this peculiar realm revealed a rather eyebrow-raising correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, suggesting a remarkably strong relationship between the number of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the presence of physical therapists in the arid expanse of New Mexico.
While the unexpected association between the cultivation of crops and the mending of joints might raise a few eyebrows, it nonetheless provides a fascinating glimpse into the unconventional connections that statistical analyses can unearth. It's almost as if the fields of academia and medicine have engaged in a delightful waltz, surprising onlookers with their unexpectedly harmonious convergence. After all, who would have thought that the growth of agricultural knowledge could be linked to the demand for therapeutic rehabilitation in the Land of Enchantment?
In this paper, we invite the reader to join us on this lighthearted journey as we uncover the melodious melody of agricultural academia resonating alongside the healing rhythms of physical therapy practice. Through meticulous data analysis and a touch of statistical whimsy, we aim to shine a light on this curious correlation while offering a playful ode to the delightful quirks of statistical exploration. So, buckle up and prepare to be amused and enlightened as we unravel the enigmatic relationship between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the bustling community of physical therapists in the vibrant tapestry of New Mexico.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The statistical analysis of the relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the count of physical therapists in New Mexico yielded some intriguing and, dare I say, quirkily delightful results. Our research team's exploration of this seemingly whimsical connection revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204, suggesting a remarkably strong association between these seemingly unrelated fields. The r-squared value of 0.9185697 further emphasized the robustness of this relationship.

To visually capture the playful dance of data, we present Fig. 1, a scatterplot that vividly depicts the enchanting correlation between the awarding of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the flourishing presence of physical therapists in the mystical landscape of New Mexico. The tight cluster of data points aligns itself almost mischievously along a strikingly linear trend, leaving little room for doubt about the tantalizing connection between these two domains.

The p-value of less than 0.01 humorously supports the robustness of the relationship, indicating that the likelihood of this correlation occurring by chance is remarkably low, almost as unlikely as finding a desert oasis in the statistical wilderness.

Unraveling this statistical saga has not only shed light on the beguiling bond between agricultural academia and the physical therapy profession in the Land of Enchantment but has also offered a captivating glimpse into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. These findings stand as a reminder that even in the most curious corners of data analysis, unexpected connections and revelations are waiting to be unearthed, leaving researchers both astounded and tickled by the mischievous twirls and unexpected harmonies of statistical data.


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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The realm of academic inquiry into the correlation between Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the number of physical therapists in New Mexico has been a peculiar playground of scholarly investigation. Numerous researchers have endeavored to unravel this enigmatic connection, and their findings have ranged from the utterly serious to the delightfully whimsical.
In "Smith and Doe's Study on Agricultural Academia and Health Professions," the authors find a surprising correlation between the two fields, prompting further exploration into the intersection of crop cultivation and joint mending. Similarly, Jones et al. shed light on the statistical relationship between educational pursuits in agricultural sciences and the demand for therapeutic services in the ever-enchanting New Mexico.
Moreover, works such as "The Encyclopedia of Agricultural and Natural Resources Education" provide an in-depth look at the academic landscape, encompassing the quirky correlations that can sprout from the fertile soil of statistical analyses. On the more playful side, the fictional works "The Secret Life of Physical Therapists" and "Agriculture and Otherworldly Connections" offer a whimsical take on the theoretical interplay between these seemingly incongruous disciplines.
Furthermore, the literature delves into unexpected sources for insights, such as the analysis of grocery store receipts and the dramatic analysis of the correlation between avocado consumption and the presence of physical therapy clinics. While these sources may seem farcical, they nevertheless add a touch of levity to the scholarly pursuit and remind us to embrace the unexpected in our quest for knowledge.
In this quirky tapestry of research and literature, the connection between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the vibrant community of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment continues to evolve, inviting researchers to both ponder the statistical conundrum and enjoy the delightful absurdity of this academic whodunit.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis of the relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the count of physical therapists in New Mexico yielded some intriguing and, dare I say, quirkily delightful results. Our research team's exploration of this seemingly whimsical connection revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204, suggesting a remarkably strong association between these seemingly unrelated fields. The r-squared value of 0.9185697 further emphasized the robustness of this relationship.
To visually capture the playful dance of data, we present Fig. 1, a scatterplot that vividly depicts the enchanting correlation between the awarding of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the flourishing presence of physical therapists in the mystical landscape of New Mexico. The tight cluster of data points aligns itself almost mischievously along a strikingly linear trend, leaving little room for doubt about the tantalizing connection between these two domains.
The p-value of less than 0.01 humorously supports the robustness of the relationship, indicating that the likelihood of this correlation occurring by chance is remarkably low, almost as unlikely as finding a desert oasis in the statistical wilderness.
Unraveling this statistical saga has not only shed light on the beguiling bond between agricultural academia and the physical therapy profession in the Land of Enchantment but has also offered a captivating glimpse into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. These findings stand as a reminder that even in the most curious corners of data analysis, unexpected connections and revelations are waiting to be unearthed, leaving researchers both astounded and tickled by the mischievous twirls and unexpected harmonies of statistical data.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The results of our study have unveiled a rather enchanting correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the proliferation of physical therapists in the bafflingly beautiful state of New Mexico. Our findings not only support the prior research exploring this whimsical connection but also add a touch of statistical fervor to the mischievous dance between these seemingly unrelated fields.

Building upon the quirky quilts of literature that have woven tales of statistical intrigue and sly connections, our results align themselves humorously with the prior findings. Smith and Doe's study, which uncovered a surprising correlation between agricultural academia and health professions, seems to have sown the seeds of our own discovery, as we have reaped a similarly strong association in our analysis. Jones et al.'s work, which illuminated the statistical ties between agricultural education and the demand for therapeutic services, resonates with our own findings, adding a delightful depth to the intertwining narratives of academic pursuits and healing arts in the Land of Enchantment.

The almost serendipitous strength of the correlation coefficient in our study, accompanied by the p-value that humorously scoffs at the idea of chance, mirrors the peculiarity and robustness recounted in the literature. The r-squared value, standing boldly at 0.9185697, echoes the prior works' emphasis on the steadfastness of this captivating correlation. The statistical whimsy depicted in Fig. 1, with its scatterplot of data points joyfully frolicking along a linear trend, encapsulates the enchanting affinity between the awarding of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the flourishing presence of physical therapists in the mystical landscape of New Mexico.

Thus, our findings not only validate and enliven the engaging literature preceding our study, but also invite further merriment and scholarly quirkiness in the pursuit of unraveling this academic conundrum. The interplay of statistical mirth and scholarly introspection in this research not only enriches the field of statistical inquiry but also adds a dash of amusement to the curious corners of academic exploration. As we stand at the crossroads of unexpected connections and revelatory revelations, our research serves as a testament to the delightfully surprising harmonies and lyrical choreography of statistical data, leaving researchers both enchanted and grinning at the statistical splendor unearthed in the mystical terrain of academic inquiry.


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 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 Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and The number of physical therapists in New Mexico. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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]]
Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.

Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.

This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The intersection of academic pursuits and professional careers often leads to intriguing discoveries, with unexpected connections and relationships arising from the most unlikely of pairings. In this vein, our research team embarked on a somewhat whimsical exploration of the correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the population of physical therapists in the state of New Mexico. This pursuit led us down a statistical rabbit hole, filled with surprising twists and turns that left us pondering the mischievous mysteries of these seemingly unrelated fields.
As any astute observer of statistical trends will attest, correlations often appear in the unlikeliest of places, much like a hidden easter egg in a maze of data. Our initial foray into this peculiar realm revealed a rather eyebrow-raising correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, suggesting a remarkably strong relationship between the number of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the presence of physical therapists in the arid expanse of New Mexico.
While the unexpected association between the cultivation of crops and the mending of joints might raise a few eyebrows, it nonetheless provides a fascinating glimpse into the unconventional connections that statistical analyses can unearth. It's almost as if the fields of academia and medicine have engaged in a delightful waltz, surprising onlookers with their unexpectedly harmonious convergence. After all, who would have thought that the growth of agricultural knowledge could be linked to the demand for therapeutic rehabilitation in the Land of Enchantment?
In this paper, we invite the reader to join us on this lighthearted journey as we uncover the melodious melody of agricultural academia resonating alongside the healing rhythms of physical therapy practice. Through meticulous data analysis and a touch of statistical whimsy, we aim to shine a light on this curious correlation while offering a playful ode to the delightful quirks of statistical exploration. So, buckle up and prepare to be amused and enlightened as we unravel the enigmatic relationship between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the bustling community of physical therapists in the vibrant tapestry of New Mexico.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis of the relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the count of physical therapists in New Mexico yielded some intriguing and, dare I say, quirkily delightful results. Our research team's exploration of this seemingly whimsical connection revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204, suggesting a remarkably strong association between these seemingly unrelated fields. The r-squared value of 0.9185697 further emphasized the robustness of this relationship.
To visually capture the playful dance of data, we present Fig. 1, a scatterplot that vividly depicts the enchanting correlation between the awarding of agricultural and natural resources Master's degrees and the flourishing presence of physical therapists in the mystical landscape of New Mexico. The tight cluster of data points aligns itself almost mischievously along a strikingly linear trend, leaving little room for doubt about the tantalizing connection between these two domains.
The p-value of less than 0.01 humorously supports the robustness of the relationship, indicating that the likelihood of this correlation occurring by chance is remarkably low, almost as unlikely as finding a desert oasis in the statistical wilderness.
Unraveling this statistical saga has not only shed light on the beguiling bond between agricultural academia and the physical therapy profession in the Land of Enchantment but has also offered a captivating glimpse into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. These findings stand as a reminder that even in the most curious corners of data analysis, unexpected connections and revelations are waiting to be unearthed, leaving researchers both astounded and tickled by the mischievous twirls and unexpected harmonies of statistical data.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



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[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our statistical escapade into the curious correlation between the conferral of Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the proliferation of physical therapists in the captivating terrain of New Mexico has unveiled a delightfully strong relationship. As we bid adieu to this whimsical journey, we cannot help but chuckle at the unforeseen harmony between the fields of soil science and joint mending. It's as if the agricultural graduates are sowing the seeds of physical therapy's growth in the arid soil of correlation.

The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 serves as a testament to the mischievous nature of statistical exploration, reminding us that even the most unexpected pairings can lead to remarkable findings. The r-squared value of 0.9185697 further underscores the exuberant dance of data, leaving us grinning at the undeniable shimmy of statistical synchrony.

As we gaze upon Fig. 1, the scatterplot whimsically illustrates the beguiling bond between these seemingly disparate domains, inviting a wry smile at the playful alignment of data points. This correlation is as sturdy as a saguaro cactus, firmly rooted in the statistical landscape of New Mexico.

In the grand symphony of statistical discoveries, this peculiar pairing of academia and therapy stands as a lighthearted reminder that even in the most unexpected places, statistical surprises await. It's akin to stumbling upon a whimsical artifact in a statistical treasure hunt—unexpected, yet undeniably captivating.

In the spirit of academic wit and statistical whimsy, we confidently assert that no further research is needed in this area. The bewitching bond between Master's degrees in Agriculture and natural resources and the flourishing community of physical therapists in New Mexico has been uncovered, leaving us both perplexed and entertained by the statistical capers of correlation.


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 Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Agrarian Affairs and Therapeutic Sciences


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 Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies in Agronomics


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 Mystery of Master's in Agriculture and Natural Resources: The Mischievous Marriage to New Mexico's Physical Therapists with an abstract of This paper delves into the whimsical world of statistical analysis as it explores the peculiar relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources and the enigmatic emergence of physical therapists in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico. Using data gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a lively quest to investigate this unexpected pair.
Through rigorous number crunching and mischievous manipulation of the data, we uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.9584204 and p < 0.01 for the years 2012 to 2021, revealing a surprisingly strong link between these seemingly disparate fields. Our findings hint at a delightful dance between agricultural academia and the healing hands of physical therapists, leaving researchers scratching their heads and chuckling at the quirkiness of statistical spin-offs.
This research not only sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon but also offers a playful peek into the whimsical world of statistical exploration. So, join us as we unravel this amusing anecdote of academic achievements and physical therapy pursuits in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

ChatGPT:

Master's in Agriculture, Natural Resources, physical therapists, New Mexico, statistical analysis, correlation coefficient, National Center for Education Statistics, Bureau of Labor Statistics, academic achievements, research, statistical exploration, correlation, data analysis, academic disciplines

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Data details

Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources
Detailed data title: Master's degrees conferred by postsecondary institutions in Agriculture and natural resources
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
See what else correlates with Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources

The number of physical therapists in New Mexico
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of physical therapists in New Mexico
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of physical therapists in New Mexico

Correlation r = 0.9584204 (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 = 0.9185697 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 91.9% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of physical therapists in New Mexico) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 1.2E-5. 0.0000124354643070810190000000
The p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme. More specifically the p-value is a measure of how probable it is that we would randomly find a result this extreme if we had only tested one pair of variables one time.

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

Who is going to stop me? p-value reporting doesn't require me to report how many calculations I had to go through in order to find a low p-value!
On average, you will find a correaltion as strong as 0.96 in 0.0012% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 80,415 random variables You don't actually need 80 thousand variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

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

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

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 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.

[ 0.83, 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
Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources (Degrees awarded)6622660170266894720673736967754474057404
The number of physical therapists in New Mexico (Physical Therapists)1050104011501120130013501210138014601370




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([6622,6601,7026,6894,7206,7373,6967,7544,7405,7404,])
array_2 = np.array([1050,1040,1150,1120,1300,1350,1210,1380,1460,1370,])
array_1_name = "Master's degrees awarded in Agriculture and natural resources"
array_2_name = "The number of physical therapists in New Mexico"

# 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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