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A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Master's degrees awarded in linguistics and the second variable is Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon.  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 Master's degrees in foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics decreased, there was a corresponding decline in the use of sophisticated, high-level language skills. This led to a situation where even the trees in the Brazilian Amazon couldn't understand the importance of staying covered. In a bizarre turn of events, the lack of linguistic prowess somehow contributed to the deforestation of the Amazon as the trees failed to effectively communicate the need to preserve their own cover. It's a case of language lost in the trees and a reminder that in the battle to save the rainforest, every word counts!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Prompt: Generate an image with the style of a scene from Skyrim, depicting a lush forest in the Brazilian Amazon. In the treetops, a group of colorful parrots are gathered, chattering and fluttering their wings. On the forest floor, place a diploma for a Master's degree in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics. Additionally, include a measuring stick indicating a decreasing level of remaining forest cover. The parrots should appear worried, and the decreasing forest cover should indicate human encroachment, with new housing for foreign settlers being constructed at the expense of the Amazon's precious ecosystem. The depiction should include only scenes, people, and objects, it should not include text or speech bubbles.
This image generation prompt was also generated by AI, using the following sequence:

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You select one of a few potential scene descriptors that seems to go along with the variables described. You respond only with the scene descriptions provided and say nothing else.
User prompt: Here are two variables: Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. 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: Pop art Oragami Cutsy graphics Vaporwave A scene from Skyrim
ChatGPT: A scene from Skyrim

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You describe simple visual scenes that depict the two variables stated. You combine both variables into one scene.
User prompt: Please describe a visual scene that prominently depicts both Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon, in the following situation: Because as Master's degree holders in foreign languages decreased, fewer people were able to communicate with the endangered parrots of the Amazon, causing them to leave their habitats and contribute to deforestation for new housing in other countries.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a lush forest in the Brazilian Amazon, a group of colorful parrots are gathered in the treetops, chattering and fluttering their wings. Nearby, a diploma for a Master's degree in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics lies on the forest floor, while a measuring stick indicates a decreasing level of remaining forest cover. The parrots appear worried as fewer individuals with language expertise are available to communicate and understand them, prompting their departure from their natural habitats. Meanwhile, the decreasing forest cover signals growing human encroachment, as new housing for foreign settlers is being constructed at the expense of the Amazon's precious ecosystem.

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: [ A scene from Skyrim ] and depicting this scene: In a lush forest in the Brazilian Amazon, a group of colorful parrots are gathered in the treetops, chattering and fluttering their wings. Nearby, a diploma for a Master's degree in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics lies on the forest floor, while a measuring stick indicates a decreasing level of remaining forest cover. The parrots appear worried as fewer individuals with language expertise are available to communicate and understand them, prompting their departure from their natural habitats. Meanwhile, the decreasing forest cover signals growing human encroachment, as new housing for foreign settlers is being constructed at the expense of the Amazon's precious ecosystem. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Prompt: Generate an image with the style of a scene from Skyrim, depicting a lush forest in the Brazilian Amazon. In the treetops, a group of colorful parrots are gathered, chattering and fluttering their wings. On the forest floor, place a diploma for a Master's degree in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics. Additionally, include a measuring stick indicating a decreasing level of remaining forest cover. The parrots should appear worried, and the decreasing forest cover should indicate human encroachment, with new housing for foreign settlers being constructed at the expense of the Amazon's precious ecosystem.

*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 Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics caused Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon to decrease.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

The Journal of Linguistic Ecology

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 dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 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]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. Sneak in some jokes and clever puns about science, research, statistics, and the variables.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The intersection of linguistics and environmental conservation may seem like a mismatched pair, akin to a misplaced modifier in a complex sentence. However, our study delves into the surprising correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. As we embark on this academic adventure, we aim to uncover the enigmatic relationship that exists between linguistic learning and lush landscapes, providing a fresh perspective on the intricate web of factors influencing environmental preservation.

In the spirit of linguistic humor, one might say that our research aims to "decode" the cryptic connection between language education and forest conservation, shedding light on an unexpected area of influence for grammatical enthusiasts. This exploration also invites us to ponder whether the phrase "lost in translation" could take on a new meaning in the context of forest conservation efforts.

As we dive deeper into the statistical underpinnings of our investigation, it is worth noting that our findings present a correlation coefficient of 0.9816273, a number so impeccably correlated that it makes one wonder if statistical significance has a penchant for eloquence. With a p-value of less than 0.01 during the period from 2012 to 2021, our results indicate a robust statistical relationship, suggesting that the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields may indeed have a tangible influence on the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon.

One might even go so far as to say that our data presents a "paradigm shift," but not in the linguistic sense; rather, it is a shift in our understanding of the potential ripple effects of academic pursuits on the environment. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the potential impact of linguistic expertise on ecological systems, demonstrating that the phrase "forest for the trees" may have more layers of meaning than previously thought.



Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft a literature review section of an academic research paper, that starts out dry for the first few sentences but then becomes hilarious and goofy.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then name a couple popular internet memes that are related to one of the topics.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of linguistics and environmental conservation may seem like a mismatched pair, akin to a misplaced modifier in a complex sentence. However, our study delves into the surprising correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. As we embark on this academic adventure, we aim to uncover the enigmatic relationship that exists between linguistic learning and lush landscapes, providing a fresh perspective on the intricate web of factors influencing environmental preservation.
In the spirit of linguistic humor, one might say that our research aims to "decode" the cryptic connection between language education and forest conservation, shedding light on an unexpected area of influence for grammatical enthusiasts. This exploration also invites us to ponder whether the phrase "lost in translation" could take on a new meaning in the context of forest conservation efforts.
As we dive deeper into the statistical underpinnings of our investigation, it is worth noting that our findings present a correlation coefficient of 0.9816273, a number so impeccably correlated that it makes one wonder if statistical significance has a penchant for eloquence. With a p-value of less than 0.01 during the period from 2012 to 2021, our results indicate a robust statistical relationship, suggesting that the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields may indeed have a tangible influence on the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon.
One might even go so far as to say that our data presents a "paradigm shift," but not in the linguistic sense; rather, it is a shift in our understanding of the potential ripple effects of academic pursuits on the environment. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the potential impact of linguistic expertise on ecological systems, demonstrating that the phrase "forest for the trees" may have more layers of meaning than previously thought.


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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The existing body of literature offers little insight into the intriguing correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. However, Smith in "Syntax and Sustainability" posits an indirect relationship between linguistic acumen and environmental preservation, suggesting a potential area of exploration for interdisciplinary scholarship in language and ecology. As we wade deeper into this uncharted territory, it becomes clear that the connection may not be as nonsensical as a pun-riddled conversation between a linguist and a logger.

Doe's study "Semantics of Sustainability" takes a linguistic approach to environmental discourse, emphasizing the power of language in shaping attitudes and behaviors toward conservation. This notion resonates with the hypothesis that individuals immersed in the study of languages, literatures, and linguistics may exhibit a heightened sensitivity to environmental concerns, leading to an inadvertent contribution to rainforest preservation. One might say that their impact in the Amazon is not lost in translation, but rather found in the syllables of linguistic proficiency.

Jones, in "The Phonetics of Photosynthesis," offers a phonological perspective on the potential symbiosis between linguistic prowess and forest cover, introducing the intriguing notion that the very utterances of language enthusiasts may reverberate through the Amazonian canopy, prompting the flourishing of flora. The unexpected harmony between phonetics and photosynthesis presents a whimsical yet thought-provoking angle to the discourse on language's influence on ecosystems.

Moving beyond the realm of academic literature, "The Language of Trees" by Suzanne Simard delves into the intricate communication network of forests, offering a tantalizing parallel to the interconnectivity of linguistic education and environmental conservation. On the fictional front, works such as "The Whispering Woods" by Abraham Bray and "The Grammar of Green" by Lila Parker evoke a sense of linguistic enchantment within forested settings, weaving a tapestry of lexical mystique and arboreal allure.

In the realm of internet culture, the popular "Distracted Boyfriend" meme takes on a linguistic twist as the caption humorously suggests, "When you're trying to conjugate verbs, but the rainforest's syntax is too captivating." This lighthearted nod to the intersection of language and lush landscapes encapsulates the unexpected charm of our findings, reminding us that even in the world of academia, a dash of levity can be as refreshing as a linguistic pun in the heart of the Amazon.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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 Mongabay . 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]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intersection of linguistics and environmental conservation may seem like a mismatched pair, akin to a misplaced modifier in a complex sentence. However, our study delves into the surprising correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. As we embark on this academic adventure, we aim to uncover the enigmatic relationship that exists between linguistic learning and lush landscapes, providing a fresh perspective on the intricate web of factors influencing environmental preservation.
In the spirit of linguistic humor, one might say that our research aims to "decode" the cryptic connection between language education and forest conservation, shedding light on an unexpected area of influence for grammatical enthusiasts. This exploration also invites us to ponder whether the phrase "lost in translation" could take on a new meaning in the context of forest conservation efforts.
As we dive deeper into the statistical underpinnings of our investigation, it is worth noting that our findings present a correlation coefficient of 0.9816273, a number so impeccably correlated that it makes one wonder if statistical significance has a penchant for eloquence. With a p-value of less than 0.01 during the period from 2012 to 2021, our results indicate a robust statistical relationship, suggesting that the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields may indeed have a tangible influence on the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon.
One might even go so far as to say that our data presents a "paradigm shift," but not in the linguistic sense; rather, it is a shift in our understanding of the potential ripple effects of academic pursuits on the environment. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the potential impact of linguistic expertise on ecological systems, demonstrating that the phrase "forest for the trees" may have more layers of meaning than previously thought.


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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

I. Data Collection

The research team embarked on a quest through the digital realm, scouring the internet for data on Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics. Much like intrepid explorers navigating through the dense foliage of the digital jungle, we meticulously combed through the archives of the National Center for Education Statistics and the virtual canopy of Mongabay, extracting relevant information from the years 2012 to 2021. This approach ensured that our data encompassed a comprehensive timeframe, allowing us to capture the nuances of linguistic pursuits and their potential impact on the Amazonian rainforest.

II. Statistical Analysis

To establish the relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon, we employed a rigorous statistical analysis. Utilizing sophisticated software akin to a linguistic Rosetta Stone for data, we calculated the correlation coefficient and p-value to unveil the hidden connections within our dataset. The correlation coefficient, representing the strength and direction of the relationship, emerged as a champion of correlation, standing at an impressive 0.9816273. If statistical significance could talk, it would surely wax poetic about the elegance of this coefficient, akin to a beautifully crafted sentence that resonates with eloquence.

As for the p-value, it emerged with a significance level below 0.01, signaling the presence of a substantial relationship between linguistic laurels and the verdant expanse of the Amazonian rainforest. This statistical revelation could prompt one to quip that when it comes to language proficiency and environmental preservation, the connection is not lost in translation; rather, it thrives amidst the rich tapestry of data.

III. Variable Weeding

In the process of data cultivation, we meticulously pruned any extraneous variables that threatened to overshadow the core relationship under investigation. Much like diligent gardeners tending to a linguistic ecosystem, we ensured that our analysis focused solely on the impact of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics on the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. By doing so, we sought to reveal the pure essence of this intriguing association, unencumbered by confounding factors and statistical underbrush.

IV. Multidisciplinary Approach

In line with the interdisciplinary nature of our inquiry, we integrated insights from the fields of linguistics and environmental science to foster a nuanced understanding of the observed correlation. This multidisciplinary approach allowed us to appreciate the intricate interplay between linguistic proficiency and ecological conservation, shedding light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits, much like the tendrils of a linguistic vine, reach out to influence environmental outcomes.

V. Robustness Checks

To ensure the robustness of our findings, we subjected our data to a series of meticulous checks and validations, akin to subjecting a linguistic argument to rigorous peer review. These checks encompassed sensitivity analyses and control experiments, safeguarding our conclusions against the perils of statistical overgrowth and spurious correlations.

In closing, our methodology embodies the spirit of inquiry and meticulous investigation, encapsulating the essence of academic pursuit and scientific rigor. Just as every word contributes to the coherence of a linguistic masterpiece, each methodological step has contributed to the coherence of our research endeavor, unveiling the captivating connection between linguistic learning and lush landscapes in the Brazilian Amazon.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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 Mongabay .

For the time period 2012 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9816273, r-squared of 0.9635922, 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]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The intersection of linguistics and environmental conservation may seem like a mismatched pair, akin to a misplaced modifier in a complex sentence. However, our study delves into the surprising correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. As we embark on this academic adventure, we aim to uncover the enigmatic relationship that exists between linguistic learning and lush landscapes, providing a fresh perspective on the intricate web of factors influencing environmental preservation.
In the spirit of linguistic humor, one might say that our research aims to "decode" the cryptic connection between language education and forest conservation, shedding light on an unexpected area of influence for grammatical enthusiasts. This exploration also invites us to ponder whether the phrase "lost in translation" could take on a new meaning in the context of forest conservation efforts.
As we dive deeper into the statistical underpinnings of our investigation, it is worth noting that our findings present a correlation coefficient of 0.9816273, a number so impeccably correlated that it makes one wonder if statistical significance has a penchant for eloquence. With a p-value of less than 0.01 during the period from 2012 to 2021, our results indicate a robust statistical relationship, suggesting that the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields may indeed have a tangible influence on the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon.
One might even go so far as to say that our data presents a "paradigm shift," but not in the linguistic sense; rather, it is a shift in our understanding of the potential ripple effects of academic pursuits on the environment. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the potential impact of linguistic expertise on ecological systems, demonstrating that the phrase "forest for the trees" may have more layers of meaning than previously thought.


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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The data analysis revealed a remarkably strong positive correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. The correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 signified a robust association between these seemingly disparate variables, prompting us to reconsider the interplay of academic pursuits and environmental outcomes.

This correlation suggests that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increased, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experienced a corresponding rise, akin to a perfectly structured sentence that leaves no room for ambiguity. One might even say that the relationship is as clear as a well-translated piece of literature!

The scatterplot depicted in Fig. 1 further illustrated this compelling association, serving as a visual testament to the pronounced link between linguistic education and rainforest preservation. It seems that the world of linguistics and the world of lush landscapes are not as distinct as they may initially appear, perhaps confirming the adage that "words can move mountains" or, in this case, conserve rainforests.

Our findings of an r-squared value of 0.9635922 reinforced the strength of the relationship, indicating that linguistic expertise could account for approximately 96.36% of the variation in the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. This substantial explanatory power emphasizes the substantial impact of linguistic pursuits on environmental conservation efforts and underscores the phrase "actions speak louder than words" in a wholly new context.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the discussion section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The existing body of literature offers little insight into the intriguing correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. However, Smith in "Syntax and Sustainability" posits an indirect relationship between linguistic acumen and environmental preservation, suggesting a potential area of exploration for interdisciplinary scholarship in language and ecology. As we wade deeper into this uncharted territory, it becomes clear that the connection may not be as nonsensical as a pun-riddled conversation between a linguist and a logger.
Doe's study "Semantics of Sustainability" takes a linguistic approach to environmental discourse, emphasizing the power of language in shaping attitudes and behaviors toward conservation. This notion resonates with the hypothesis that individuals immersed in the study of languages, literatures, and linguistics may exhibit a heightened sensitivity to environmental concerns, leading to an inadvertent contribution to rainforest preservation. One might say that their impact in the Amazon is not lost in translation, but rather found in the syllables of linguistic proficiency.
Jones, in "The Phonetics of Photosynthesis," offers a phonological perspective on the potential symbiosis between linguistic prowess and forest cover, introducing the intriguing notion that the very utterances of language enthusiasts may reverberate through the Amazonian canopy, prompting the flourishing of flora. The unexpected harmony between phonetics and photosynthesis presents a whimsical yet thought-provoking angle to the discourse on language's influence on ecosystems.
Moving beyond the realm of academic literature, "The Language of Trees" by Suzanne Simard delves into the intricate communication network of forests, offering a tantalizing parallel to the interconnectivity of linguistic education and environmental conservation. On the fictional front, works such as "The Whispering Woods" by Abraham Bray and "The Grammar of Green" by Lila Parker evoke a sense of linguistic enchantment within forested settings, weaving a tapestry of lexical mystique and arboreal allure.
In the realm of internet culture, the popular "Distracted Boyfriend" meme takes on a linguistic twist as the caption humorously suggests, "When you're trying to conjugate verbs, but the rainforest's syntax is too captivating." This lighthearted nod to the intersection of language and lush landscapes encapsulates the unexpected charm of our findings, reminding us that even in the world of academia, a dash of levity can be as refreshing as a linguistic pun in the heart of the Amazon.

[[RESULTS]]
The data analysis revealed a remarkably strong positive correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. The correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 signified a robust association between these seemingly disparate variables, prompting us to reconsider the interplay of academic pursuits and environmental outcomes.
This correlation suggests that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increased, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experienced a corresponding rise, akin to a perfectly structured sentence that leaves no room for ambiguity. One might even say that the relationship is as clear as a well-translated piece of literature!
The scatterplot depicted in Fig. 1 further illustrated this compelling association, serving as a visual testament to the pronounced link between linguistic education and rainforest preservation. It seems that the world of linguistics and the world of lush landscapes are not as distinct as they may initially appear, perhaps confirming the adage that "words can move mountains" or, in this case, conserve rainforests.
Our findings of an r-squared value of 0.9635922 reinforced the strength of the relationship, indicating that linguistic expertise could account for approximately 96.36% of the variation in the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. This substantial explanatory power emphasizes the substantial impact of linguistic pursuits on environmental conservation efforts and underscores the phrase "actions speak louder than words" in a wholly new context.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The results of this study provide compelling evidence for the meaningful relationship between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Our findings not only support but also expand upon prior research on the indirect influence of linguistic acumen on environmental preservation. Smith's observation regarding the potential connection between linguistic expertise and conservation efforts now finds empirical substantiation in our robust correlation coefficient and statistically significant p-value. It appears that the profound impact of language enthusiasts on the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest goes beyond superficial wordplay, transcending into the tangible realm of ecological protection.

In light of our findings, it becomes apparent that the correlation between linguistic prowess and rainforest conservation is not merely a phonetic phenomenon but rather a syntactic reality. The numbers do not mince words, indicating a remarkably high degree of association between these seemingly disparate domains of academia and ecology. It appears that the linguistic enchantment within forested settings, previously explored in fictional works such as "The Whispering Woods" and "The Grammar of Green," has manifested into a quantifiable influence on the preservation of the Amazonian canopy.

The unexpected harmony between linguistic prowess and forest cover acts as a poignant reminder that language, as an influential force, may indeed "leave a mark" on the ecological equilibrium. Furthermore, our findings echo Doe's emphasis on the power of language in shaping attitudes and behaviors toward conservation, providing empirical validation for the hypothesis that individuals immersed in language studies may inadvertently contribute to rainforest preservation. It seems that the impact of linguistic education on the Amazon is not lost in translation but rather found in the syllables of linguistic proficiency, affirming the adage that "every syllable counts" in the grand narrative of environmental stewardship.

From a statistical standpoint, the substantial explanatory power of linguistic expertise in accounting for approximately 96.36% of the variation in the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon is nothing short of remarkable. This reinforcing of the strength of the relationship between linguistic education and rainforest preservation speaks volumes about the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes.

In summary, our study presents a compelling case for the unforeseen influence of linguistic education on rainforest conservation, offering a playful yet profound reflection on the intricate interplay of language and lush landscapes. It appears that the connection between linguistic expertise and environmental preservation is not just a linguistic curiosity but a substantive reality, inviting further exploration at the intersection of academia and ecology. Our findings underscore the enduring impact of linguistic pursuits on the conservation of the Amazonian rainforest and prompt a reevaluation of the far-reaching implications of language proficiency on ecosystems.


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System prompt: You are a dry but witty academic researcher. You speak in the passive voice, and your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences. 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]]
The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.

Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.

In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The intersection of linguistics and environmental conservation may seem like a mismatched pair, akin to a misplaced modifier in a complex sentence. However, our study delves into the surprising correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. As we embark on this academic adventure, we aim to uncover the enigmatic relationship that exists between linguistic learning and lush landscapes, providing a fresh perspective on the intricate web of factors influencing environmental preservation.
In the spirit of linguistic humor, one might say that our research aims to "decode" the cryptic connection between language education and forest conservation, shedding light on an unexpected area of influence for grammatical enthusiasts. This exploration also invites us to ponder whether the phrase "lost in translation" could take on a new meaning in the context of forest conservation efforts.
As we dive deeper into the statistical underpinnings of our investigation, it is worth noting that our findings present a correlation coefficient of 0.9816273, a number so impeccably correlated that it makes one wonder if statistical significance has a penchant for eloquence. With a p-value of less than 0.01 during the period from 2012 to 2021, our results indicate a robust statistical relationship, suggesting that the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields may indeed have a tangible influence on the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon.
One might even go so far as to say that our data presents a "paradigm shift," but not in the linguistic sense; rather, it is a shift in our understanding of the potential ripple effects of academic pursuits on the environment. This unexpected correlation prompts us to consider the potential impact of linguistic expertise on ecological systems, demonstrating that the phrase "forest for the trees" may have more layers of meaning than previously thought.


[[RESULTS]]
The data analysis revealed a remarkably strong positive correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. The correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 signified a robust association between these seemingly disparate variables, prompting us to reconsider the interplay of academic pursuits and environmental outcomes.
This correlation suggests that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increased, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experienced a corresponding rise, akin to a perfectly structured sentence that leaves no room for ambiguity. One might even say that the relationship is as clear as a well-translated piece of literature!
The scatterplot depicted in Fig. 1 further illustrated this compelling association, serving as a visual testament to the pronounced link between linguistic education and rainforest preservation. It seems that the world of linguistics and the world of lush landscapes are not as distinct as they may initially appear, perhaps confirming the adage that "words can move mountains" or, in this case, conserve rainforests.
Our findings of an r-squared value of 0.9635922 reinforced the strength of the relationship, indicating that linguistic expertise could account for approximately 96.36% of the variation in the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. This substantial explanatory power emphasizes the substantial impact of linguistic pursuits on environmental conservation efforts and underscores the phrase "actions speak louder than words" in a wholly new context.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our study has unraveled a fascinating correlation between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. This surprising connection provides ample food for thought and brings new meaning to the phrase "lost in translation," as it pertains to forest preservation! As much as we'd like to "branch" out into additional puns, we must emphasize the gravity of our findings.

The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 leaves little room for doubt, much like a well-constructed argument devoid of unnecessary verbiage. This strong association highlights the potential impact of linguistic expertise on ecological systems, prompting us to consider the multifaceted ways in which language aficionados may inadvertently contribute to the conservation of the Amazonian rainforest. It's as if the linguists are whispering, "Don't leaf me this way" to the trees!

The pronounced link between linguistic education and rainforest preservation is as clear as a perfectly translated piece of literature, leaving no room for misinterpretation. Our findings suggest that the phrase "forest for the trees" may indeed have more layers of meaning than previously thought, demonstrating the intricate interplay of academic pursuits and environmental outcomes. It's as if the data is spelling out, "No ifs, ands, or stumps about it!"

With an r-squared value of 0.9635922, our results indicate that linguistic expertise could account for approximately 96.36% of the variation in the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. This substantial explanatory power underscores the phrase "actions speak louder than words" in a whole new context, or perhaps we should say, "actions speak the language of the trees"!

In light of these compelling findings, we posit that no further research is needed in this area. It seems that the linguistic prowess of scholars is quietly but powerfully influencing the conservation of the Brazilian Amazon. Well, there you have it folks!


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 The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Linguistic Ecology


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 The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

Society for the Advancement of Language and Landscape Studies


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 The Lingering Impact of Linguistic Learning on Lush Landscapes: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis with an abstract of This study delves into the intriguing connection between the number of Master's degrees awarded in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics and the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon. Utilizing data from the National Center for Education Statistics and Mongabay, we embarked on an interdisciplinary journey to unravel this enigmatic relationship.
Our findings reveal a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9816273 and a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the period from 2012 to 2021. It appears that as the number of Master's degrees awarded in linguistic fields increases, the remaining forest cover in the Brazilian Amazon also experiences a corresponding rise. This correlation may suggest that language enthusiasts are inadvertently contributing to the preservation of the Amazonian rainforest.
In the spirit of linguistic whimsy, the association between linguistic expertise and rainforest conservation could be summed up as follows: "When it comes to protecting the environment, it appears that every syllable counts!" This delightful discovery sheds light on the unexpected ways in which academic pursuits can influence environmental outcomes, prompting us to consider the far-reaching impact of language proficiency on ecosystems.

ChatGPT:

Master's degrees, linguistic learning, foreign languages, literatures, linguistics, forest cover, Brazilian Amazon, correlation coefficient, National Center for Education Statistics, Mongabay, interdisciplinary analysis, language enthusiasts, rainforest conservation, academic pursuits, language proficiency, environmental outcomes, linguistic expertise, Amazonian rainforest, syllable_counts

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Data details

Master's degrees awarded in linguistics
Detailed data title: Master's degrees conferred by postsecondary institutions in Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon
Detailed data title: Estimated Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon
Source: Mongabay
See what else correlates with Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon

Correlation r = 0.9816273 (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 = 0.9635922 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 96.4% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Master's degrees awarded in linguistics) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 4.9E-7. 0.0000004875947959112516000000
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 4.9E-5% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 2,050,883 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 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.

[ 0.92, 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
Master's degrees awarded in linguistics (Degrees awarded)3827370834823566340732713261308129302884
Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon (Sq. KM)3347800334191033369003330690332280033158503308310329855032901203279650




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




Try it yourself

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([3827,3708,3482,3566,3407,3271,3261,3081,2930,2884,])
array_2 = np.array([3347800,3341910,3336900,3330690,3322800,3315850,3308310,3298550,3290120,3279650,])
array_1_name = "Master's degrees awarded in linguistics"
array_2_name = "Remaining Forest Cover in the Brazilian Amazon"

# 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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