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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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the second variable is The number of floral designers in Arizona.  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 the number of Education degrees declined, there were fewer people to stop and smell the roses, leading to a wilting job market for floral designers in Arizona. Remember, it's a thorny path to floral success without those education degrees!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image that embraces the Cyberpunk style and showcases a sunny classroom in an Arizona university. The scene includes a group of graduates, dressed in graduation gowns and caps, proudly holding their Bachelor's degrees in Education. Meanwhile, nearby, a team of floral designers from Arizona skillfully arrange vibrant bouquets of flowers to decorate the room for the graduation ceremony. Capture the juxtaposition of the futuristic Cyberpunk elements against the traditional academic setting, infusing the image with a distinct and captivating visual appeal. 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: Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: A Discovery magazine cover image Cyberpunk Charcoal a Polaroid photo Surrealism
ChatGPT: Cyberpunk

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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a sunny classroom at a university in Arizona, a group of graduates in graduation gowns and caps proudly hold their Bachelor's degrees in Education. As they celebrate, nearby, a team of floral designers from Arizona skillfully arrange vibrant bouquets of flowers to decorate the room for the graduation ceremony.

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: [ Cyberpunk ] and depicting this scene: In a sunny classroom at a university in Arizona, a group of graduates in graduation gowns and caps proudly hold their Bachelor's degrees in Education. As they celebrate, nearby, a team of floral designers from Arizona skillfully arrange vibrant bouquets of flowers to decorate the room for the graduation ceremony. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image that embraces the Cyberpunk style and showcases a sunny classroom in an Arizona university. The scene includes a group of graduates, dressed in graduation gowns and caps, proudly holding their Bachelor's degrees in Education. Meanwhile, nearby, a team of floral designers from Arizona skillfully arrange vibrant bouquets of flowers to decorate the room for the graduation ceremony. Capture the juxtaposition of the futuristic Cyberpunk elements against the traditional academic setting, infusing the image with a distinct and captivating visual appeal.

*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 a decrease in Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education caused The number of floral designers in Arizona to decrease. Add a funny one-liner at the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona

Journal of Floral Education Studies

Jan 2024

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




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Your research team used data from National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 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]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.


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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Buckle up, fellow academics, as we embark on a petal-powered journey into the wondrous world of educational degrees and the blooming floral design industry in the enchanting desert oasis known as Arizona. As we traverse the crossroads of pedagogy and petals, we aim to shed light on the peculiar relationship between these two seemingly disparate fields. We invite you to put on your botanical spectacles and join us in unveiling the floral fancies and educational escapades that have intertwined to create an unexpectedly delightful correlation.

While one might initially question the rationale behind this curious investigation, we cannot help but marvel at the surprising connection between the academic pursuits of future educators and the proliferation of floral designers in the stately state of Arizona. Who would have thought that the pathway to nurturing young minds could also lead to a blossoming career in designing elaborate floral arrangements? It's like the proverbial apple (or should we say, tulip) not falling far from the tree!

In the grand tradition of academic inquiry, we embarked on this adventure armed with statistical tools and a healthy dose of curiosity. Our quest led us to unearth a correlation coefficient that has us frolicking in the daisies with gleeful astonishment. The data, tirelessly gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has revealed a connection between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the thriving community of floral designers in Arizona that is nothing short of mind-blooming.

Indeed, our findings presented a correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, eliciting gasps of admiration from even the most seasoned statisticians. And with a significance level of p < 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2021, we are left with no choice but to marvel at the bloomingly strong linkage between these two realms.

As we traverse the landscapes of academia and floral artistry, we invite you to adorn your thinking caps with a dash of daffodils and a sprinkle of sunflowers. Together, let's embrace this delightful correlation that promises to uproot any preconceived notions about the unassuming link between pedagogy and petals. With bountiful enthusiasm and an abundance of puns tucked under our botanical aprons, let us venture forth into the academic garden of knowledge and uncover the myriad surprises that await us. After all, it's not every day we get to explore the delightful relationship between "petals" and "pedagogy"!



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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. 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 you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Buckle up, fellow academics, as we embark on a petal-powered journey into the wondrous world of educational degrees and the blooming floral design industry in the enchanting desert oasis known as Arizona. As we traverse the crossroads of pedagogy and petals, we aim to shed light on the peculiar relationship between these two seemingly disparate fields. We invite you to put on your botanical spectacles and join us in unveiling the floral fancies and educational escapades that have intertwined to create an unexpectedly delightful correlation.
While one might initially question the rationale behind this curious investigation, we cannot help but marvel at the surprising connection between the academic pursuits of future educators and the proliferation of floral designers in the stately state of Arizona. Who would have thought that the pathway to nurturing young minds could also lead to a blossoming career in designing elaborate floral arrangements? It's like the proverbial apple (or should we say, tulip) not falling far from the tree!
In the grand tradition of academic inquiry, we embarked on this adventure armed with statistical tools and a healthy dose of curiosity. Our quest led us to unearth a correlation coefficient that has us frolicking in the daisies with gleeful astonishment. The data, tirelessly gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has revealed a connection between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the thriving community of floral designers in Arizona that is nothing short of mind-blooming.
Indeed, our findings presented a correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, eliciting gasps of admiration from even the most seasoned statisticians. And with a significance level of p < 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2021, we are left with no choice but to marvel at the bloomingly strong linkage between these two realms.
As we traverse the landscapes of academia and floral artistry, we invite you to adorn your thinking caps with a dash of daffodils and a sprinkle of sunflowers. Together, let's embrace this delightful correlation that promises to uproot any preconceived notions about the unassuming link between pedagogy and petals. With bountiful enthusiasm and an abundance of puns tucked under our botanical aprons, let us venture forth into the academic garden of knowledge and uncover the myriad surprises that await us. After all, it's not every day we get to explore the delightful relationship between "petals" and "pedagogy"!


-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

In "The Floral Frontier: Exploring the Evolution of Floristry" by Smith, the authors find a comprehensive analysis of the floral design industry, detailing its historical development and contemporary trends. Interestingly, Smith draws attention to the symbiotic relationship between floral design and various societal factors, offering a nuanced perspective on the influences that shape this blooming industry. However, while Smith's work provides a detailed overview of the floral landscape, it does not touch upon the fascinating correlation between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the flourishing community of floral designers in Arizona. It seems we'll have to blossom our inquiry elsewhere.

Doe's "Blossom and Books: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Floristry" offers a multidisciplinary exploration of floral artistry, weaving together botanical knowledge, artistic expression, and cultural significance. This work underscores the intricate interplay between creativity and horticultural expertise, showcasing the enchanting world of floral design. Surprisingly, though, while Doe's work celebrates the artistry of floristry, it neglects to investigate the educational pathways leading aspiring floral designers through the garden of academia. A petal is yet to be plucked in our pursuit of this delightful correlation.

Turning to more unconventional sources, we encounter "Floral Fancies and Educational Enigmas: A Comparative Analysis" by Jones. While ostensibly a treatise on unrelated topics, Jones' work inadvertently draws attention to the parallels between educational pursuits and the nuances of floral design. The author employs a whimsical blend of pedagogical theories and floral metaphors, sparking a curious interest in the potential connections between the two seemingly disparate fields. Despite the absence of empirical evidence, Jones' work serves as a delightful reminder that sometimes, the most unexpected correlations bloom from the unlikeliest of seeds.

Shifting our gaze beyond academic literature, several non-fiction books beckon us to explore the intersection of pedagogy and petals. "Flowers for the Mind: Nurturing Education and Blooming Careers" by Bloomfield presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of education and its potential to cultivate diverse career pathways. Meanwhile, Petal's "The Art of Arrangement: A Floral Design Odyssey" provides a masterful insight into the creative process of floral design, setting the stage for a bouquet of new perspectives on the delightful correlation we seek.

In the realm of fiction, the enigmatic allure of flora and academia converge in unexpected ways. "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett offers a whimsical tale of rejuvenation, where the healing power of nature intertwines with themes of education and personal growth. On the other hand, "The Language of Flowers" by Vanessa Diffenbaugh immerses readers in the poignant world of floral symbolism, presenting a nuanced exploration of human connections and emotional expression through blooms and blossoms.

Venturing into the realm of children's programming – yes, you read that correctly – we uncover a rich tapestry of whimsical insights. "The Magic School Bus: Blooms and Buds Edition" takes young viewers on a wild ride through the biology of flowers, seeding an early fascination with the natural world and its myriad wonders. Meanwhile, in "Bob the Builder: Flora's Floral Fiasco," the endearing characters navigate the challenges of creating a community garden, sowing the seeds of teamwork and environmental stewardship.

As we frolic through the academic garden, it becomes apparent that the correlation between Bachelor's degrees in Education and the floral designer industry in Arizona has eluded conventional scholarly pursuits. Embracing a bouquet of diverse influences – from scholarly works to whimsical tales – we are primed to uncover the petal-perfect correlation that awaits us. Get ready to "rose" to the occasion as we dig deeper into this uplifting, albeit slightly unexpected, academic pursuit.


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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Buckle up, fellow academics, as we embark on a petal-powered journey into the wondrous world of educational degrees and the blooming floral design industry in the enchanting desert oasis known as Arizona. As we traverse the crossroads of pedagogy and petals, we aim to shed light on the peculiar relationship between these two seemingly disparate fields. We invite you to put on your botanical spectacles and join us in unveiling the floral fancies and educational escapades that have intertwined to create an unexpectedly delightful correlation.
While one might initially question the rationale behind this curious investigation, we cannot help but marvel at the surprising connection between the academic pursuits of future educators and the proliferation of floral designers in the stately state of Arizona. Who would have thought that the pathway to nurturing young minds could also lead to a blossoming career in designing elaborate floral arrangements? It's like the proverbial apple (or should we say, tulip) not falling far from the tree!
In the grand tradition of academic inquiry, we embarked on this adventure armed with statistical tools and a healthy dose of curiosity. Our quest led us to unearth a correlation coefficient that has us frolicking in the daisies with gleeful astonishment. The data, tirelessly gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has revealed a connection between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the thriving community of floral designers in Arizona that is nothing short of mind-blooming.
Indeed, our findings presented a correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, eliciting gasps of admiration from even the most seasoned statisticians. And with a significance level of p < 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2021, we are left with no choice but to marvel at the bloomingly strong linkage between these two realms.
As we traverse the landscapes of academia and floral artistry, we invite you to adorn your thinking caps with a dash of daffodils and a sprinkle of sunflowers. Together, let's embrace this delightful correlation that promises to uproot any preconceived notions about the unassuming link between pedagogy and petals. With bountiful enthusiasm and an abundance of puns tucked under our botanical aprons, let us venture forth into the academic garden of knowledge and uncover the myriad surprises that await us. After all, it's not every day we get to explore the delightful relationship between "petals" and "pedagogy"!


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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unearth the unexpected correlation between the issuance of Bachelor's degrees in Education and the flourishing of floral designers in Arizona, our research team employed a series of meticulously selected methods that would leave even the most stoic of researchers chuckling with sheer delight. Our data collection efforts primarily emanated from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, where we harvested a delightful bouquet of information spanning the years 2012 to 2021.

Firstly, we sauntered into the digital greenhouse of education statistics, plucking the precise number of Bachelor's degrees that had been sown in the fertile academic soil of Arizona. With our trusty trowels, we carefully culled this data, ensuring that no educational bloom was left uncounted. Of course, we approached this task with the finesse of a careful landscaper, for we understood the importance of capturing every academic blossom as it sprouted from the scholarly terrain.

Next, our gaze turned toward the Bureau of Labor Statistics, where we ventured into the vibrant garden of occupational data. Here, we meticulously counted the number of floral designers who had chosen to unfurl their artistic talents in the sun-soaked lands of Arizona. To ensure the utmost accuracy, we donned our metaphorical bee suits and diligently pollinated the statistical flowers, leaving no vibrant petal unaccounted for. After all, a single overlooked bud could lead to a wilting conclusion.

As we amassed the data from these distinctly cultivated fields, we meticulously pruned any extraneous variables that threatened to overshadow our precious findings. With the precision of expert horticulturists, we made sure to weed out any misleading information that might have crept into our statistical flower beds, ensuring that the correlation we uncovered bloomed brightly and truly stinkweed-free.

To analyze the harvested data, we employed a cornucopia of statistical tools, including but not limited to regression analysis and Pearson's correlation coefficient. These tools were like the shears and spades of the research world, allowing us to sculpt the thicket of numbers into a coherent and aesthetically pleasing topiary.

Once our statistical garden had been pruned and primed, we conducted a robust analysis befitting of the grandest academic hothouse. This involved scrutinizing the relationship between the issuance of Bachelor's degrees in Education and the sprouting workforce of floral designers in Arizona, curious to see if any entwining roots could be unearthed from this seemingly incongruous pairing.

In summary, our research methodology, much like a well-tended garden, carefully nurtured the data harvested from the fields of education and floral design, ensuring that each statistical bloom was delicately handled, tended to, and finally arranged into a gloriously interwoven bouquet of findings that has since left us utterly bedazzled.


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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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 0.9890449, r-squared of 0.9782097, 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]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Buckle up, fellow academics, as we embark on a petal-powered journey into the wondrous world of educational degrees and the blooming floral design industry in the enchanting desert oasis known as Arizona. As we traverse the crossroads of pedagogy and petals, we aim to shed light on the peculiar relationship between these two seemingly disparate fields. We invite you to put on your botanical spectacles and join us in unveiling the floral fancies and educational escapades that have intertwined to create an unexpectedly delightful correlation.
While one might initially question the rationale behind this curious investigation, we cannot help but marvel at the surprising connection between the academic pursuits of future educators and the proliferation of floral designers in the stately state of Arizona. Who would have thought that the pathway to nurturing young minds could also lead to a blossoming career in designing elaborate floral arrangements? It's like the proverbial apple (or should we say, tulip) not falling far from the tree!
In the grand tradition of academic inquiry, we embarked on this adventure armed with statistical tools and a healthy dose of curiosity. Our quest led us to unearth a correlation coefficient that has us frolicking in the daisies with gleeful astonishment. The data, tirelessly gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has revealed a connection between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the thriving community of floral designers in Arizona that is nothing short of mind-blooming.
Indeed, our findings presented a correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, eliciting gasps of admiration from even the most seasoned statisticians. And with a significance level of p < 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2021, we are left with no choice but to marvel at the bloomingly strong linkage between these two realms.
As we traverse the landscapes of academia and floral artistry, we invite you to adorn your thinking caps with a dash of daffodils and a sprinkle of sunflowers. Together, let's embrace this delightful correlation that promises to uproot any preconceived notions about the unassuming link between pedagogy and petals. With bountiful enthusiasm and an abundance of puns tucked under our botanical aprons, let us venture forth into the academic garden of knowledge and uncover the myriad surprises that await us. After all, it's not every day we get to explore the delightful relationship between "petals" and "pedagogy"!


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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The correlation analysis between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the count of floral designers in Arizona yielded a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, indicating a strikingly strong relationship. This petal-perfect correlation is further underscored by an r-squared value of 0.9782097, solidifying the robustness of the association. Notably, the significance level of p < 0.01 unequivocally emphasizes the compelling nature of this correlation that has left even the most hardened skeptics "a-bloom" with amazement.

Fig. 1 presents a scatterplot that visually encapsulates the bedazzling correlation discovered in our investigation. The cluster of data points paints a vivid picture of the robust link between the number of Bachelor's degrees in Education and the thriving floral designer community in Arizona. One cannot help but marvel at the petal-powered synergy that underpins this unexpected connection.

In essence, our findings not only highlight the statistically significant correlation between these two seemingly disparate realms but also unveil a blooming trend that has implications for educational and vocational pursuits in the Grand Canyon State. It appears that the paths of education and horticulture have crossed in unforeseen ways, presenting a captivating bouquet of opportunities for aspiring educators and floral enthusiasts alike.

The strength of this correlation prompts a reevaluation of our understanding of how educational choices may influence occupational trends, particularly within specialized industries such as floral design. As we "leaf" through the data, it becomes evident that the academic pursuits of future educators and the vibrant floral design sector in Arizona are entwined in a manner that defies conventional expectations.

Overall, our results not only underscore the undeniable correlation but also challenge us to embrace the delightful and unexpected connections that abound in the avenue of academic inquiry. This blossoming correlation invites further exploration and contemplation, encouraging scholars and enthusiasts alike to bask in the horticultural splendor of academia. After all, it's not every day that educational degrees and floral design intertwine in such a captivating symphony of statistical significance.


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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

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

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

[[TITLE]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
In "The Floral Frontier: Exploring the Evolution of Floristry" by Smith, the authors find a comprehensive analysis of the floral design industry, detailing its historical development and contemporary trends. Interestingly, Smith draws attention to the symbiotic relationship between floral design and various societal factors, offering a nuanced perspective on the influences that shape this blooming industry. However, while Smith's work provides a detailed overview of the floral landscape, it does not touch upon the fascinating correlation between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the flourishing community of floral designers in Arizona. It seems we'll have to blossom our inquiry elsewhere.
Doe's "Blossom and Books: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Floristry" offers a multidisciplinary exploration of floral artistry, weaving together botanical knowledge, artistic expression, and cultural significance. This work underscores the intricate interplay between creativity and horticultural expertise, showcasing the enchanting world of floral design. Surprisingly, though, while Doe's work celebrates the artistry of floristry, it neglects to investigate the educational pathways leading aspiring floral designers through the garden of academia. A petal is yet to be plucked in our pursuit of this delightful correlation.
Turning to more unconventional sources, we encounter "Floral Fancies and Educational Enigmas: A Comparative Analysis" by Jones. While ostensibly a treatise on unrelated topics, Jones' work inadvertently draws attention to the parallels between educational pursuits and the nuances of floral design. The author employs a whimsical blend of pedagogical theories and floral metaphors, sparking a curious interest in the potential connections between the two seemingly disparate fields. Despite the absence of empirical evidence, Jones' work serves as a delightful reminder that sometimes, the most unexpected correlations bloom from the unlikeliest of seeds.
Shifting our gaze beyond academic literature, several non-fiction books beckon us to explore the intersection of pedagogy and petals. "Flowers for the Mind: Nurturing Education and Blooming Careers" by Bloomfield presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of education and its potential to cultivate diverse career pathways. Meanwhile, Petal's "The Art of Arrangement: A Floral Design Odyssey" provides a masterful insight into the creative process of floral design, setting the stage for a bouquet of new perspectives on the delightful correlation we seek.
In the realm of fiction, the enigmatic allure of flora and academia converge in unexpected ways. "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett offers a whimsical tale of rejuvenation, where the healing power of nature intertwines with themes of education and personal growth. On the other hand, "The Language of Flowers" by Vanessa Diffenbaugh immerses readers in the poignant world of floral symbolism, presenting a nuanced exploration of human connections and emotional expression through blooms and blossoms.
Venturing into the realm of children's programming – yes, you read that correctly – we uncover a rich tapestry of whimsical insights. "The Magic School Bus: Blooms and Buds Edition" takes young viewers on a wild ride through the biology of flowers, seeding an early fascination with the natural world and its myriad wonders. Meanwhile, in "Bob the Builder: Flora's Floral Fiasco," the endearing characters navigate the challenges of creating a community garden, sowing the seeds of teamwork and environmental stewardship.
As we frolic through the academic garden, it becomes apparent that the correlation between Bachelor's degrees in Education and the floral designer industry in Arizona has eluded conventional scholarly pursuits. Embracing a bouquet of diverse influences – from scholarly works to whimsical tales – we are primed to uncover the petal-perfect correlation that awaits us. Get ready to "rose" to the occasion as we dig deeper into this uplifting, albeit slightly unexpected, academic pursuit.

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the count of floral designers in Arizona yielded a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, indicating a strikingly strong relationship. This petal-perfect correlation is further underscored by an r-squared value of 0.9782097, solidifying the robustness of the association. Notably, the significance level of p < 0.01 unequivocally emphasizes the compelling nature of this correlation that has left even the most hardened skeptics "a-bloom" with amazement.
Fig. 1 presents a scatterplot that visually encapsulates the bedazzling correlation discovered in our investigation. The cluster of data points paints a vivid picture of the robust link between the number of Bachelor's degrees in Education and the thriving floral designer community in Arizona. One cannot help but marvel at the petal-powered synergy that underpins this unexpected connection.
In essence, our findings not only highlight the statistically significant correlation between these two seemingly disparate realms but also unveil a blooming trend that has implications for educational and vocational pursuits in the Grand Canyon State. It appears that the paths of education and horticulture have crossed in unforeseen ways, presenting a captivating bouquet of opportunities for aspiring educators and floral enthusiasts alike.
The strength of this correlation prompts a reevaluation of our understanding of how educational choices may influence occupational trends, particularly within specialized industries such as floral design. As we "leaf" through the data, it becomes evident that the academic pursuits of future educators and the vibrant floral design sector in Arizona are entwined in a manner that defies conventional expectations.
Overall, our results not only underscore the undeniable correlation but also challenge us to embrace the delightful and unexpected connections that abound in the avenue of academic inquiry. This blossoming correlation invites further exploration and contemplation, encouraging scholars and enthusiasts alike to bask in the horticultural splendor of academia. After all, it's not every day that educational degrees and floral design intertwine in such a captivating symphony of statistical significance.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

Our findings have undoubtedly blossomed into a bed of intriguing insights, illuminating the captivating correlation between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the flourishing community of floral designers in Arizona. As we sashay through this delightful and unexpected bloom of significance, it becomes abundantly clear that the synergy between educational pursuits and the floral design industry extends beyond mere coincidence. Our results not only bolster prior research but also introduce an exciting new dimension to the field of horticultural and educational studies.

Returning to the charming quirkiness of our literature review, let's "rose" to the occasion and revisit some of the whimsical sources that inadvertently led us toward this petal-perfect correlation. Jones' intriguing blend of pedagogical theories and floral metaphors may have started as a whimsy, but our findings confirm the unexpected blossoming of a compelling connection between the two realms. This serves as a delightful reminder that scholarly pursuits, much like a garden, often yield the most delightful surprises when the seeds of inquiry are sown in unexpected soil.

Similarly, as we navigate the academic garden, it is evident that our results have rooted themselves in the fertile ground of prior research. The symbiotic relationship highlighted by Smith's work, although not directly addressing our specific correlation, nonetheless provided a foundation for appreciating the intertwined nature of societal influences and the flourishing floral landscape. Our findings further accentuate the significance of understanding the multifaceted influences that shape vocational trends, with educational choices playing a pivotal role in nurturing the growth of specialized industries like floral design.

Now, let's not "daisy" around the fact that our results have unequivocally upheld the surprising yet sturdy correlation that seemed to have eluded conventional scholarly pursuits. The robust correlation coefficient and the highly significant p-value uproot any doubts about the genuineness of this connection. The vitality of this correlation not only invigorates the picturesque landscape of our results but also encourages us to "stem" the tide of conventional thinking and delve deeper into the entwined narratives of education and horticulture.

In conclusion, our findings beckon us to embrace the intertwined elegance of academia and horticulture with a sense of awe and curiosity. These results not only celebrate the unpredictable symphony of statistical significance but also inspire further exploration and contemplation. We invite scholars and enthusiasts alike to revel in the horticultural splendor of academia and venture into this unexpected, yet "petal-ly" significant correlation with an open mind and a blooming enthusiasm. After all, who would have thought that a Bachelor's degree in Education could hold the key to the blossoming floral design industry in Arizona?


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
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 Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and The number of floral designers in Arizona. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
"Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Buckle up, fellow academics, as we embark on a petal-powered journey into the wondrous world of educational degrees and the blooming floral design industry in the enchanting desert oasis known as Arizona. As we traverse the crossroads of pedagogy and petals, we aim to shed light on the peculiar relationship between these two seemingly disparate fields. We invite you to put on your botanical spectacles and join us in unveiling the floral fancies and educational escapades that have intertwined to create an unexpectedly delightful correlation.
While one might initially question the rationale behind this curious investigation, we cannot help but marvel at the surprising connection between the academic pursuits of future educators and the proliferation of floral designers in the stately state of Arizona. Who would have thought that the pathway to nurturing young minds could also lead to a blossoming career in designing elaborate floral arrangements? It's like the proverbial apple (or should we say, tulip) not falling far from the tree!
In the grand tradition of academic inquiry, we embarked on this adventure armed with statistical tools and a healthy dose of curiosity. Our quest led us to unearth a correlation coefficient that has us frolicking in the daisies with gleeful astonishment. The data, tirelessly gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has revealed a connection between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the thriving community of floral designers in Arizona that is nothing short of mind-blooming.
Indeed, our findings presented a correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, eliciting gasps of admiration from even the most seasoned statisticians. And with a significance level of p < 0.01 for the period spanning 2012 to 2021, we are left with no choice but to marvel at the bloomingly strong linkage between these two realms.
As we traverse the landscapes of academia and floral artistry, we invite you to adorn your thinking caps with a dash of daffodils and a sprinkle of sunflowers. Together, let's embrace this delightful correlation that promises to uproot any preconceived notions about the unassuming link between pedagogy and petals. With bountiful enthusiasm and an abundance of puns tucked under our botanical aprons, let us venture forth into the academic garden of knowledge and uncover the myriad surprises that await us. After all, it's not every day we get to explore the delightful relationship between "petals" and "pedagogy"!


[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the count of floral designers in Arizona yielded a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449, indicating a strikingly strong relationship. This petal-perfect correlation is further underscored by an r-squared value of 0.9782097, solidifying the robustness of the association. Notably, the significance level of p < 0.01 unequivocally emphasizes the compelling nature of this correlation that has left even the most hardened skeptics "a-bloom" with amazement.
Fig. 1 presents a scatterplot that visually encapsulates the bedazzling correlation discovered in our investigation. The cluster of data points paints a vivid picture of the robust link between the number of Bachelor's degrees in Education and the thriving floral designer community in Arizona. One cannot help but marvel at the petal-powered synergy that underpins this unexpected connection.
In essence, our findings not only highlight the statistically significant correlation between these two seemingly disparate realms but also unveil a blooming trend that has implications for educational and vocational pursuits in the Grand Canyon State. It appears that the paths of education and horticulture have crossed in unforeseen ways, presenting a captivating bouquet of opportunities for aspiring educators and floral enthusiasts alike.
The strength of this correlation prompts a reevaluation of our understanding of how educational choices may influence occupational trends, particularly within specialized industries such as floral design. As we "leaf" through the data, it becomes evident that the academic pursuits of future educators and the vibrant floral design sector in Arizona are entwined in a manner that defies conventional expectations.
Overall, our results not only underscore the undeniable correlation but also challenge us to embrace the delightful and unexpected connections that abound in the avenue of academic inquiry. This blossoming correlation invites further exploration and contemplation, encouraging scholars and enthusiasts alike to bask in the horticultural splendor of academia. After all, it's not every day that educational degrees and floral design intertwine in such a captivating symphony of statistical significance.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

As we wrap up our foray into the enchanting realms of educational degrees and floral design, it's safe to say that we've truly cultivated a rich bouquet of findings that have flourished beyond our wildest expectations. Our petal-perfect correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 has not only bloomed like a desert rose but has also rooted itself firmly in the academic garden of statistical significance.

It's clear that the connection between Bachelor's degrees in Education and the number of floral designers in Arizona is not just a mere coincidence; it's a flourishing relationship that has defied conventional academic logic. Who would have thought that the nurturing of young minds could lead to a profusion of floral creativity? It's like the ultimate intersection of "petal power" and "educational edification."

The visual splendor of our scatterplot, akin to a vibrant floral arrangement, has painted a captivating picture of the robust link between these seemingly distinct fields. The r-squared value of 0.9782097 stands as a testament to this blooming synergy, leaving us in awe of the power of this unexpected correlation.

In the grand tradition of academic inquiry, we cannot help but savor the delightful surprises and unexpected connections that have sprouted from our investigation. It's as if the academic garden of knowledge has bestowed upon us a bountiful harvest of statistical revelations that leave us "a-bloom" with excitement.

It is with great confidence and a dash of whimsy that we assert: no more research is needed in this area. Our findings not only present a compelling correlation but also serve as a ripe reminder of the delightful, quirky intricacies that dot the landscape of scholarly exploration. As we bid adieu to this peculiar yet fascinating correlation, may we continue to embrace the unforeseen connections that bloom in the garden of inquiry. After all, in the bouquet of statistical relationships, this one truly takes the cake – or should we say, the floral arrangement!


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 Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Floral Education Studies


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You provide fictional names of nonprofit research organizations and associations. You say nothing else, and you do not chat with the user.
User prompt: Please provide the name of a funny but plausible sounding nonprofit, academic, or scientific association or organization that would sponsor research that resulted in a paper entited Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Education and Horticultural Research (SEHR)


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 Pedals and Pedagogy: Investigating the Correlation between Bachelor's Degrees in Education and the Blooming Floral Designer Industry in Arizona with an abstract of In this paper, we endeavor to investigate the curious relationship between the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education and the burgeoning floral design industry in the sunny state of Arizona. Through the rigorous analysis of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we determined a staggering correlation coefficient of 0.9890449 with a significance level of p < 0.01, for the period spanning 2012 to 2021. Our findings present a petal-perfect correlation and blossom new perspectives on the educational choices and horticulture trends that are blooming in the Grand Canyon State. We encourage readers to take a moment to stop and smell the roses as we delve into this delightful correlation that is truly "budding" with significance.

ChatGPT:

bachelor's degrees in Education, floral design industry, Arizona, correlation, National Center for Education Statistics, Bureau of Labor Statistics, horticulture trends

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Data details

Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education
Detailed data title: Bachelor's degrees conferred by postsecondary institutions, in field of study: Education
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
See what else correlates with Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education

The number of floral designers in Arizona
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of floral designers in Arizona
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of floral designers in Arizona

Correlation r = 0.9890449 (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 = 0.9782097 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 97.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of floral designers in Arizona) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 6.2E-8. 0.0000000621910453562400000000
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 0.99 in 6.2E-6% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 16,079,485 random variables You don't actually need 16 million variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

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

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

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

[ 0.95, 1 ] 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
Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education (Degrees awarded)1056561046989883891596872218513082599839528505289398
The number of floral designers in Arizona (Floral Designers)700680610480400370340350310410




Why this works

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




Try it yourself

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([105656,104698,98838,91596,87221,85130,82599,83952,85052,89398,])
array_2 = np.array([700,680,610,480,400,370,340,350,310,410,])
array_1_name = "Bachelor's degrees awarded in Education"
array_2_name = "The number of floral designers in Arizona"

# 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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