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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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and the second variable is US birth rates of triplets or more.  The chart goes from 2011 to 2021, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

Accountants realized they needed to balance their work-life equations, leading to a decrease in triple-net outcomes at home.

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: "Generate an image showing a high-tech graduation ceremony for students receiving their Associate's degrees in Accounting. In the background, depict a graph displaying a declining trend in US birth rates of triplets or more. The scene should suggest a connection between the decrease in accountants and the reduced likelihood of triplets or more being born in the US. Keep the visuals clear and concise, with a focus on the juxtaposition of the graduation ceremony and the declining birth rates graph." 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: Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. 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: Vaporwave High-tech Woodblock painting Realistic a Polaroid photo
ChatGPT: High-tech

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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more, in the following situation: Because fewer accountants means fewer people to count on, leading to decreased likelihood of triplets or more in US birth rates.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the scene, we see a graduation ceremony where students are receiving their Associate's degrees in Accounting and related services. In the background, a graph shows a declining trend in US birth rates of triplets or more. The scene suggests that the decrease in accountants could potentially result in a reduced likelihood of triplets or more being born in the US.

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: [ High-tech ] and depicting this scene: In the scene, we see a graduation ceremony where students are receiving their Associate's degrees in Accounting and related services. In the background, a graph shows a declining trend in US birth rates of triplets or more. The scene suggests that the decrease in accountants could potentially result in a reduced likelihood of triplets or more being born in the US. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: "Generate an image showing a high-tech graduation ceremony for students receiving their Associate's degrees in Accounting. In the background, depict a graph displaying a declining trend in US birth rates of triplets or more. The scene should suggest a connection between the decrease in accountants and the reduced likelihood of triplets or more being born in the US. Keep the visuals clear and concise, with a focus on the juxtaposition of the graduation ceremony and the declining birth rates graph."

*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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services caused US birth rates of triplets or more to decrease.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

The Journal of Quirky Social 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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Your research team used data from National Center for Education Statistics and CDC to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and p < 0.01 for 2011 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]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.


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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

As human beings, we are innately drawn to patterns and correlations, often seeking meaning in the most unexpected places. In the world of academia, where data-driven research rules supreme, we embark on quests to unlock the mysteries of the universe, armed with statistical analyses and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. It is within this realm of scientific exploration that we find the unexpected and veer into uncharted territories, much like setting sail on a voyage to the Isle of Correlations.

Our journey begins with a seemingly incongruous juxtaposition – the confounding duo of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. What led us to ponder the possible link between these two seemingly unrelated entities, you might ask? Well, we were feeling particularly adventurous and decided to take a detour off the well-trodden path of conventional academic inquiry. Armed with a love for puns and statistical wizardry, we set out to explore this unlikely connection and perhaps sprinkle some statistical stardust over the world of fertility and education.

The initial spark for our investigation arose during a rather spirited debate at our research institute's annual potluck dinner. As we feasted on a myriad of culinary delights, the conversation turned to the subject of unique and quirky research topics that could send shockwaves through the realm of academia. In a moment of inspiration (or perhaps induced by an overabundance of dessert), we arrived at the lightbulb moment. With a sense of mischief and scientific zeal, we set our sights on unraveling the enigmatic dance between counting beans in the world of finance and the miraculous conception of multiple offspring.

Science, they say, is like magic, only better because you can do it in your pajamas. Armed with this philosophy, we delved into the labyrinth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, ready to unveil the hidden patterns that lay within. As we crunched numbers and spun tales from the spreadsheets galore, our findings emerged with a flourish, revealing a correlation coefficient so strong it could rival the binding force of a black hole. Lo and behold, our analysis unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, making us wonder if perhaps we had stumbled upon the elixir of academic revelations.

In this paper, we invite you to join us on this whimsical escapade as we unwrap the hidden fabric of this seemingly somber topic. As we present our findings, we hope to inject a touch of levity into the realm of scientific inquiry, for after all, what's life without a bit of statistical sleight of hand and a dash of academic whimsy? So, dear reader, buckle up and prepare to be regaled with a tale of numbers, triplets, and the enigmatic dance between education and fertility, as we weave a narrative that is perhaps more "accountable" than we ever imagined.


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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Speak in the present tense for this section (the authors find...), as is common in academic research paper literature reviews. Name the sources in a format similar to this: In "Book," the authors find lorem and ipsum.

Make up the lorem and ipsum part, but make it sound related to the topic at hand.

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then name some movies that you watched that are tangentially related to the topic.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
As human beings, we are innately drawn to patterns and correlations, often seeking meaning in the most unexpected places. In the world of academia, where data-driven research rules supreme, we embark on quests to unlock the mysteries of the universe, armed with statistical analyses and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. It is within this realm of scientific exploration that we find the unexpected and veer into uncharted territories, much like setting sail on a voyage to the Isle of Correlations.
Our journey begins with a seemingly incongruous juxtaposition – the confounding duo of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. What led us to ponder the possible link between these two seemingly unrelated entities, you might ask? Well, we were feeling particularly adventurous and decided to take a detour off the well-trodden path of conventional academic inquiry. Armed with a love for puns and statistical wizardry, we set out to explore this unlikely connection and perhaps sprinkle some statistical stardust over the world of fertility and education.
The initial spark for our investigation arose during a rather spirited debate at our research institute's annual potluck dinner. As we feasted on a myriad of culinary delights, the conversation turned to the subject of unique and quirky research topics that could send shockwaves through the realm of academia. In a moment of inspiration (or perhaps induced by an overabundance of dessert), we arrived at the lightbulb moment. With a sense of mischief and scientific zeal, we set our sights on unraveling the enigmatic dance between counting beans in the world of finance and the miraculous conception of multiple offspring.
Science, they say, is like magic, only better because you can do it in your pajamas. Armed with this philosophy, we delved into the labyrinth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, ready to unveil the hidden patterns that lay within. As we crunched numbers and spun tales from the spreadsheets galore, our findings emerged with a flourish, revealing a correlation coefficient so strong it could rival the binding force of a black hole. Lo and behold, our analysis unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, making us wonder if perhaps we had stumbled upon the elixir of academic revelations.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on this whimsical escapade as we unwrap the hidden fabric of this seemingly somber topic. As we present our findings, we hope to inject a touch of levity into the realm of scientific inquiry, for after all, what's life without a bit of statistical sleight of hand and a dash of academic whimsy? So, dear reader, buckle up and prepare to be regaled with a tale of numbers, triplets, and the enigmatic dance between education and fertility, as we weave a narrative that is perhaps more "accountable" than we ever imagined.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The link between educational pursuits and demographic phenomena has long been a subject of scholarly investigation. Smith (2015) examined the impact of higher education on familial structures, Doe (2018) delved into the relationship between professional qualifications and fertility rates, and Jones (2020) scrutinized the socioeconomic factors influencing educational choices. However, our quest for unconventional correlations led us to uncharted territory as we set sail on the statistical seas, navigating the unexplored confluence of Associates degrees in Accounting and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States.

In "Number Crunching: A Study of Multiplicative Margins," Smith (2015) explored the mathematical underpinnings of demographic shifts, laying the foundation for our quest to uncover the numerical secrets behind the phenomenon of triplet births. Doe's (2018) work, "Balance Sheets and Baby Bumps: Exploring the Intersection of Work and Parenthood," offered valuable insights into the intricate interplay between professional pursuits and family dynamics, paving the way for our investigation into the correlation between accounting degrees and multiple births.

As we ventured deeper into the realm of seemingly unrelated data points, we encountered a plethora of fictional and non-fictional literature that could shed light on our whimsical inquiry. Non-fictional works such as "Bundles of Joy: A Statistical Analysis of Multiple Births" by Lorem (2017) and "The Mathematics of Miracles" by Ipsum (2019) caught our attention, pointing to the tantalizing possibility of uncovering hidden patterns amidst the seemingly disparate fields of education and fertility.

Furthermore, the realm of fiction offered a treasure trove of inspiration, with books like "Triple Trouble: A Tale of Three Siblings" by J.K. Rowling and "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas inadvertently drawing parallels to our investigation. While these works may not appear directly related to our research, the whimsical charm of their titles sparked our creativity and imbued our analysis with a sense of literary flair.

In addition to literary works, our team also sought inspiration from the vibrant world of cinema. Movies such as "Three Men and a Baby" and "Parent Trap" served as lighthearted reminders of the multifaceted nature of family dynamics, offering a playful backdrop to our rigorous statistical exploration.

As our journey through the literature unfolded, we realized that our quest for correlation was nothing short of a whimsical odyssey, blending the rigors of statistical analysis with a touch of humor and creativity. With a nod to the scholarly pursuits that came before us and a twinkle of mischief in our eyes, we pressed onward, eager to uncover the unexpected links hidden within the labyrinth of educational attainment and the miracle of multiple births.


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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from National Center for Education Statistics and CDC . You used data from 2011 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]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
As human beings, we are innately drawn to patterns and correlations, often seeking meaning in the most unexpected places. In the world of academia, where data-driven research rules supreme, we embark on quests to unlock the mysteries of the universe, armed with statistical analyses and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. It is within this realm of scientific exploration that we find the unexpected and veer into uncharted territories, much like setting sail on a voyage to the Isle of Correlations.
Our journey begins with a seemingly incongruous juxtaposition – the confounding duo of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. What led us to ponder the possible link between these two seemingly unrelated entities, you might ask? Well, we were feeling particularly adventurous and decided to take a detour off the well-trodden path of conventional academic inquiry. Armed with a love for puns and statistical wizardry, we set out to explore this unlikely connection and perhaps sprinkle some statistical stardust over the world of fertility and education.
The initial spark for our investigation arose during a rather spirited debate at our research institute's annual potluck dinner. As we feasted on a myriad of culinary delights, the conversation turned to the subject of unique and quirky research topics that could send shockwaves through the realm of academia. In a moment of inspiration (or perhaps induced by an overabundance of dessert), we arrived at the lightbulb moment. With a sense of mischief and scientific zeal, we set our sights on unraveling the enigmatic dance between counting beans in the world of finance and the miraculous conception of multiple offspring.
Science, they say, is like magic, only better because you can do it in your pajamas. Armed with this philosophy, we delved into the labyrinth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, ready to unveil the hidden patterns that lay within. As we crunched numbers and spun tales from the spreadsheets galore, our findings emerged with a flourish, revealing a correlation coefficient so strong it could rival the binding force of a black hole. Lo and behold, our analysis unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, making us wonder if perhaps we had stumbled upon the elixir of academic revelations.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on this whimsical escapade as we unwrap the hidden fabric of this seemingly somber topic. As we present our findings, we hope to inject a touch of levity into the realm of scientific inquiry, for after all, what's life without a bit of statistical sleight of hand and a dash of academic whimsy? So, dear reader, buckle up and prepare to be regaled with a tale of numbers, triplets, and the enigmatic dance between education and fertility, as we weave a narrative that is perhaps more "accountable" than we ever imagined.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unmask the curious relationship between the confounding duo of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States, our research team embarked on a journey that combined a dash of statistical wizardry with a sprinkle of whimsy. Our methodology balanced the precision of numbers with the unpredictability of human fertility, much like walking a tightrope while juggling statistical outliers.

Data Collection:
Our adventure began with the meticulous collection of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We combed through an array of reports, databases, and statistical compendiums, harnessing the power of the internet to gather information spanning from 2011 to 2021. As we traversed through the virtual landscape, we embraced the modern-day role of digital treasure hunters, seeking to unearth the elusive gems of statistical significance amidst the sea of data.

Analytical Tools:
Armed with an arsenal of analytical tools, we delved into the world of correlation analysis, seeking to uncover the hidden connections between education and childbirth. Utilizing statistical software renowned for its wizardry in uncovering correlations, we employed mathematical algorithms to wrangle the data into submission, coaxing it to reveal the secrets it harbored. Our research team gleefully shattered the confines of traditional statistical analyses, infusing the process with a touch of humor and playfulness, much like adding a sprinkle of confetti to a serious scientific affair.

Data Processing:
The raw data, akin to rough diamonds in need of polishing, underwent extensive processing to transform it into a cohesive narrative of numbers and fertility rates. We engaged in vigorous data cleaning, resurrecting missing values and outliers, much like digital archaeologists piecing together shards of historical significance. Our pursuit of statistical truth led us to explore the intricacies of multiple regression models and robust statistical tests, unleashing the full force of our statistical armory to scrutinize every data point with a lens of skepticism and merriment.

Unveiling Correlations:
The centerpiece of our methodology was the investigation of correlation coefficients between Associates degrees in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. As the statistical veil was lifted, we marveled at the emergence of a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, a number so robust it almost seemed to wink mischievously at us. The statistical significance of our findings, underscored by a p-value of less than 0.01, boa...

[The response exceeds the maximum character count limit. I will continue in a follow-up response.]


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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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

For the time period 2011 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9750119, r-squared of 0.9506482, 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]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
As human beings, we are innately drawn to patterns and correlations, often seeking meaning in the most unexpected places. In the world of academia, where data-driven research rules supreme, we embark on quests to unlock the mysteries of the universe, armed with statistical analyses and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. It is within this realm of scientific exploration that we find the unexpected and veer into uncharted territories, much like setting sail on a voyage to the Isle of Correlations.
Our journey begins with a seemingly incongruous juxtaposition – the confounding duo of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. What led us to ponder the possible link between these two seemingly unrelated entities, you might ask? Well, we were feeling particularly adventurous and decided to take a detour off the well-trodden path of conventional academic inquiry. Armed with a love for puns and statistical wizardry, we set out to explore this unlikely connection and perhaps sprinkle some statistical stardust over the world of fertility and education.
The initial spark for our investigation arose during a rather spirited debate at our research institute's annual potluck dinner. As we feasted on a myriad of culinary delights, the conversation turned to the subject of unique and quirky research topics that could send shockwaves through the realm of academia. In a moment of inspiration (or perhaps induced by an overabundance of dessert), we arrived at the lightbulb moment. With a sense of mischief and scientific zeal, we set our sights on unraveling the enigmatic dance between counting beans in the world of finance and the miraculous conception of multiple offspring.
Science, they say, is like magic, only better because you can do it in your pajamas. Armed with this philosophy, we delved into the labyrinth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, ready to unveil the hidden patterns that lay within. As we crunched numbers and spun tales from the spreadsheets galore, our findings emerged with a flourish, revealing a correlation coefficient so strong it could rival the binding force of a black hole. Lo and behold, our analysis unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, making us wonder if perhaps we had stumbled upon the elixir of academic revelations.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on this whimsical escapade as we unwrap the hidden fabric of this seemingly somber topic. As we present our findings, we hope to inject a touch of levity into the realm of scientific inquiry, for after all, what's life without a bit of statistical sleight of hand and a dash of academic whimsy? So, dear reader, buckle up and prepare to be regaled with a tale of numbers, triplets, and the enigmatic dance between education and fertility, as we weave a narrative that is perhaps more "accountable" than we ever imagined.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

Our statistical analysis revealed a strong correlation between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States, spanning from 2011 to 2021. The correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 astonished even the most seasoned researchers in our team. It seems that when it comes to the number of accounting degrees and the potential for multiple bundles of joy, there's more to the story than meets the eye. The r-squared value of 0.9506482 further solidified the robustness of this connection, much like a firmly balanced ledger bringing equilibrium to the chaotic world of financial transactions.

Our p-value of less than 0.01 had us exclaiming, "Eureka!" as it signaled a statistically significant relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. It's as if the numbers themselves were winking at us, nudging us with a mischievous twinkle in their statistical eye.

In Fig. 1, the scatterplot graphically illustrates this intriguing correlation, with the data points forming a pattern so distinct and unmistakable that it's as if the numbers themselves were orchestrating a whimsical dance, all in the name of statistical revelry.

In conclusion, our findings suggest a surprising nexus between the academic pursuit of accounting degrees and the phenomena of multiple births, prompting us to rethink the traditional paradigms of educational and fertility narratives. Our results not only underscore the marvels of statistical analysis but also invite us to look at the world of education and fertility through a lens of playful curiosity and unexpected associations. After all, if statistics can reveal a correlation between accounting degrees and triplets, what other delightful surprises might the numbers yield?


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 Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

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

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

[[TITLE]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The link between educational pursuits and demographic phenomena has long been a subject of scholarly investigation. Smith (2015) examined the impact of higher education on familial structures, Doe (2018) delved into the relationship between professional qualifications and fertility rates, and Jones (2020) scrutinized the socioeconomic factors influencing educational choices. However, our quest for unconventional correlations led us to uncharted territory as we set sail on the statistical seas, navigating the unexplored confluence of Associates degrees in Accounting and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States.
In "Number Crunching: A Study of Multiplicative Margins," Smith (2015) explored the mathematical underpinnings of demographic shifts, laying the foundation for our quest to uncover the numerical secrets behind the phenomenon of triplet births. Doe's (2018) work, "Balance Sheets and Baby Bumps: Exploring the Intersection of Work and Parenthood," offered valuable insights into the intricate interplay between professional pursuits and family dynamics, paving the way for our investigation into the correlation between accounting degrees and multiple births.
As we ventured deeper into the realm of seemingly unrelated data points, we encountered a plethora of fictional and non-fictional literature that could shed light on our whimsical inquiry. Non-fictional works such as "Bundles of Joy: A Statistical Analysis of Multiple Births" by Lorem (2017) and "The Mathematics of Miracles" by Ipsum (2019) caught our attention, pointing to the tantalizing possibility of uncovering hidden patterns amidst the seemingly disparate fields of education and fertility.
Furthermore, the realm of fiction offered a treasure trove of inspiration, with books like "Triple Trouble: A Tale of Three Siblings" by J.K. Rowling and "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas inadvertently drawing parallels to our investigation. While these works may not appear directly related to our research, the whimsical charm of their titles sparked our creativity and imbued our analysis with a sense of literary flair.
In addition to literary works, our team also sought inspiration from the vibrant world of cinema. Movies such as "Three Men and a Baby" and "Parent Trap" served as lighthearted reminders of the multifaceted nature of family dynamics, offering a playful backdrop to our rigorous statistical exploration.
As our journey through the literature unfolded, we realized that our quest for correlation was nothing short of a whimsical odyssey, blending the rigors of statistical analysis with a touch of humor and creativity. With a nod to the scholarly pursuits that came before us and a twinkle of mischief in our eyes, we pressed onward, eager to uncover the unexpected links hidden within the labyrinth of educational attainment and the miracle of multiple births.

[[RESULTS]]
Our statistical analysis revealed a strong correlation between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States, spanning from 2011 to 2021. The correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 astonished even the most seasoned researchers in our team. It seems that when it comes to the number of accounting degrees and the potential for multiple bundles of joy, there's more to the story than meets the eye. The r-squared value of 0.9506482 further solidified the robustness of this connection, much like a firmly balanced ledger bringing equilibrium to the chaotic world of financial transactions.
Our p-value of less than 0.01 had us exclaiming, "Eureka!" as it signaled a statistically significant relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. It's as if the numbers themselves were winking at us, nudging us with a mischievous twinkle in their statistical eye.
In Fig. 1, the scatterplot graphically illustrates this intriguing correlation, with the data points forming a pattern so distinct and unmistakable that it's as if the numbers themselves were orchestrating a whimsical dance, all in the name of statistical revelry.
In conclusion, our findings suggest a surprising nexus between the academic pursuit of accounting degrees and the phenomena of multiple births, prompting us to rethink the traditional paradigms of educational and fertility narratives. Our results not only underscore the marvels of statistical analysis but also invite us to look at the world of education and fertility through a lens of playful curiosity and unexpected associations. After all, if statistics can reveal a correlation between accounting degrees and triplets, what other delightful surprises might the numbers yield?

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The findings of this study overwhelmingly support the previous research conducted by Smith (2015), Doe (2018), and Jones (2020) on the relationship between education and fertility. It is clear that our whimsical journey into the statistical seas has revealed a correlation that is not only statistically significant but also delightfully unexpected.

Smith's (2015) in-depth exploration of demographic shifts set the stage for our investigation into the numerical secrets behind triplet births. We can now confidently assert that the mathematical underpinnings of triplet phenomena are even more intriguing than previously imagined. Doe's (2018) work on the intersection of work and parenthood provided the foundation for our investigation into the correlation between accounting degrees and multiple births, ultimately leading us to uncover a robust connection that is as unbalanced as a mismatched trial balance sheet.

Our results highlight a strong correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, making it abundantly clear that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple bundles of joy, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale. The striking r-squared value of 0.9506482 further solidifies the robustness of this connection, akin to the financial stability of a well-performing portfolio in a volatile market.

The statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 is a testament to the unexpected links hidden within the labyrinth of educational attainment and the miracle of multiple births. It seems that the numbers themselves were winking at us, nudging us with a mischievous twinkle in their statistical eye.

The scatterplot in Fig. 1 graphically illustrates this intriguing correlation, revealing a pattern so distinct and unmistakable that it's as if the numbers themselves were orchestrating a whimsical dance, all in the name of statistical revelry. This unexpected linkage not only adds an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility but also underscores the marvels of statistical analysis, prompting us to rethink the traditional paradigms of educational and fertility narratives.

In conclusion, our study not only sheds light on the unlikely correlation between accounting degrees and triplets but also invites us to reflect on the delightful surprises that the statistical world can yield. It's as if the numbers themselves are part of a grand, awe-inspiring performance, with the audience being the researchers trying to make sense of the statistical shenanigans. After all, who would have expected that balancing the books could also balance the chances of having triplets?


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Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and US birth rates of triplets or more. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

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

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
As human beings, we are innately drawn to patterns and correlations, often seeking meaning in the most unexpected places. In the world of academia, where data-driven research rules supreme, we embark on quests to unlock the mysteries of the universe, armed with statistical analyses and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. It is within this realm of scientific exploration that we find the unexpected and veer into uncharted territories, much like setting sail on a voyage to the Isle of Correlations.
Our journey begins with a seemingly incongruous juxtaposition – the confounding duo of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. What led us to ponder the possible link between these two seemingly unrelated entities, you might ask? Well, we were feeling particularly adventurous and decided to take a detour off the well-trodden path of conventional academic inquiry. Armed with a love for puns and statistical wizardry, we set out to explore this unlikely connection and perhaps sprinkle some statistical stardust over the world of fertility and education.
The initial spark for our investigation arose during a rather spirited debate at our research institute's annual potluck dinner. As we feasted on a myriad of culinary delights, the conversation turned to the subject of unique and quirky research topics that could send shockwaves through the realm of academia. In a moment of inspiration (or perhaps induced by an overabundance of dessert), we arrived at the lightbulb moment. With a sense of mischief and scientific zeal, we set our sights on unraveling the enigmatic dance between counting beans in the world of finance and the miraculous conception of multiple offspring.
Science, they say, is like magic, only better because you can do it in your pajamas. Armed with this philosophy, we delved into the labyrinth of data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, ready to unveil the hidden patterns that lay within. As we crunched numbers and spun tales from the spreadsheets galore, our findings emerged with a flourish, revealing a correlation coefficient so strong it could rival the binding force of a black hole. Lo and behold, our analysis unveiled a correlation coefficient of 0.9750119, making us wonder if perhaps we had stumbled upon the elixir of academic revelations.
In this paper, we invite you to join us on this whimsical escapade as we unwrap the hidden fabric of this seemingly somber topic. As we present our findings, we hope to inject a touch of levity into the realm of scientific inquiry, for after all, what's life without a bit of statistical sleight of hand and a dash of academic whimsy? So, dear reader, buckle up and prepare to be regaled with a tale of numbers, triplets, and the enigmatic dance between education and fertility, as we weave a narrative that is perhaps more "accountable" than we ever imagined.

[[RESULTS]]
Our statistical analysis revealed a strong correlation between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States, spanning from 2011 to 2021. The correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 astonished even the most seasoned researchers in our team. It seems that when it comes to the number of accounting degrees and the potential for multiple bundles of joy, there's more to the story than meets the eye. The r-squared value of 0.9506482 further solidified the robustness of this connection, much like a firmly balanced ledger bringing equilibrium to the chaotic world of financial transactions.
Our p-value of less than 0.01 had us exclaiming, "Eureka!" as it signaled a statistically significant relationship between these seemingly disparate variables. It's as if the numbers themselves were winking at us, nudging us with a mischievous twinkle in their statistical eye.
In Fig. 1, the scatterplot graphically illustrates this intriguing correlation, with the data points forming a pattern so distinct and unmistakable that it's as if the numbers themselves were orchestrating a whimsical dance, all in the name of statistical revelry.
In conclusion, our findings suggest a surprising nexus between the academic pursuit of accounting degrees and the phenomena of multiple births, prompting us to rethink the traditional paradigms of educational and fertility narratives. Our results not only underscore the marvels of statistical analysis but also invite us to look at the world of education and fertility through a lens of playful curiosity and unexpected associations. After all, if statistics can reveal a correlation between accounting degrees and triplets, what other delightful surprises might the numbers yield?

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[[CONCLUSION]]



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[[CONCLUSION]]

As we wrap up our whimsical adventure through the labyrinth of statistical revelry, it's clear that our findings have added a surprising twist to the conventional narratives of education and fertility. The robust correlation we uncovered between Associates degrees in Accounting and the birth rates of triplets or more is a testament to the delightful surprises that numbers can unveil. It seems that when it comes to the realm of multiples and bean-counting, the numbers play a mischievous game of statistical hide-and-seek, making us wonder if there's a ledger somewhere with a secret formula for life's unexpected wonders.

Our results, much like a perfectly balanced ledger, point to a nexus that challenges the traditional confines of academic inquiry. After all, who would have thought that the pursuit of accounting degrees could be intertwined with the marvels of multiple bundles of joy? It's as if the statistical gods themselves were conspiring to dazzle us with their numerical wizardry.

In the world of academic research, it's often said that "correlation does not imply causation," but in this case, we like to think that perhaps a sprinkle of statistical magic and a dash of academic whimsy might just be at play. As we bid adieu to this curious juxtaposition of numbers and newborns, we are left with a sense of wonder and a newfound appreciation for the unexpected associations that the world of research can unearth.

So, as we close this chapter of statistical merriment, we assert with a twinkle in our scholarly eye that no further exploration is needed in this arena. The numbers have spoken, and their whimsical tale of correlation between accounting degrees and multiple births is one for the academic ages. After all, in the grand tapestry of scientific inquiry, sometimes the most fantastical connections are the ones that emerge with a wink, a nod, and a mischievous statistical chuckle.

And remember, when it comes to statistical surprises, there's always room for a little more "account-ability."


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 Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Quirky Social Studies


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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 Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Foundation for Quirky Research Studies


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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 Balancing the Books: An Examination of the Correlation between Associates Degrees in Accountancy and the Birth Rate of Triplets or More in the United States with an abstract of In this study, we probed the curious connection between the number of Associates degrees awarded in Accounting and related services and the birth rates of triplets or more in the United States. Our research team delved into this seemingly unrelated pairing with an investigative spirit and an abundance of puns. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the CDC, we conducted a rigorous analysis spanning from 2011 to 2021. Through our meticulous scrutiny, we uncovered a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9750119 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, highlighting a seemingly bountiful link between these divergent factors. The results of our study are sure to add an unexpected twist to the traditional narrative of education and fertility, as we demonstrate that when it comes to accounting degrees and multiple births, the numbers most definitely tell a whimsical tale.

ChatGPT:

Associates degrees in Accounting, birth rates of triplets, United States, correlation analysis, National Center for Education Statistics, CDC data, multiple births, fertility, education, statistical significance, accounting services, birthrate analysis

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Associates degrees awarded in Accounting
Detailed data title: Associate's degrees conferred by postsecondary institutions with a field of study of Accounting and related services
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
See what else correlates with Associates degrees awarded in Accounting

US birth rates of triplets or more
Source: CDC
See what else correlates with US birth rates of triplets or more

Correlation r = 0.9750119 (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 = 0.9506482 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 95.1% of the change in the one variable (i.e., US birth rates of triplets or more) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Associates degrees awarded in Accounting) over the 11 years from 2011 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 3.5E-7. 0.0000003480201433002906000000
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 0.98 in 3.5E-5% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 2,873,397 random variables You don't actually need 2 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 10 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 10 because we have two variables measured over a period of 11 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.

[ 0.9, 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.
20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021
Associates degrees awarded in Accounting (Degrees awarded)2018020270180611740016080147901376013022121141146811370
US birth rates of triplets or more (Birth rate per 100,000)137124.4119.5113.5103.6101.4101.69387.779.680




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,237 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 636,906,169 correlation calculations! This is called “data dredging.” Instead of starting with a hypothesis and testing it, I instead abused the data to see what correlations shake out. It’s a dangerous way to go about analysis, because any sufficiently large dataset will yield strong correlations completely at random.
  2. Lack of causal connection: There is probably Because these pages are automatically generated, it's possible that the two variables you are viewing are in fact causually related. I take steps to prevent the obvious ones from showing on the site (I don't let data about the weather in one city correlate with the weather in a neighboring city, for example), but sometimes they still pop up. If they are related, cool! You found a loophole.
    no direct connection between these variables, despite what the AI says above. This is exacerbated by the fact that I used "Years" as the base variable. Lots of things happen in a year that are not related to each other! Most studies would use something like "one person" in stead of "one year" to be the "thing" studied.
  3. Observations not independent: For many variables, sequential years are not independent of each other. If a population of people is continuously doing something every day, there is no reason to think they would suddenly change how they are doing that thing on January 1. A simple Personally I don't find any p-value calculation to be 'simple,' but you know what I mean.
    p-value calculation does not take this into account, so mathematically it appears less probable than it really is.




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([20180,20270,18061,17400,16080,14790,13760,13022,12114,11468,11370,])
array_2 = np.array([137,124.4,119.5,113.5,103.6,101.4,101.6,93,87.7,79.6,80,])
array_1_name = "Associates degrees awarded in Accounting"
array_2_name = "US birth rates of triplets or more"

# 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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