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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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the second variable is Solar power generated in Gabon.  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 real estate brokers in New Mexico rises, so does the level of enthusiasm for open houses. This heightened enthusiasm creates a ripple effect, leading to an increase in the frequency of solar power open houses in Gabon. Attendees at these open houses, fueled by a passion for both property and renewable energy, become ardent advocates for solar power. This surge in solar power advocacy translates to a greater investment in and adoption of solar technology in Gabon, ultimately boosting the overall solar power generation in the country. It’s a shining example of how real estate passion in one part of the world can spark a solar revolution in another!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a bustling market in New Mexico, with real estate brokers selecting colorful southwestern-themed decor for their new offices. Show the vibrant hues and intricate designs of the decor options on display. In the same image, depict the scene in Gabon, with office buildings featuring the installation of solar panels glistening under the African sun. Emphasize the modern, eco-friendly approach to power generation within the urban landscape. Capture the contrast between the traditional market setting and the cutting-edge energy solutions in Gabon. 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: The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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: Cyberpunk A Discovery magazine cover image Glitch art Oragami Charcoal
ChatGPT: A Discovery magazine cover image

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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon, in the following situation: Because the influx of real estate brokers in New Mexico led to an unprecedented demand for southwestern-themed office decor, inspiring Gabon to increase solar power generation for eco-friendly office spaces.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bustling market in New Mexico, real estate brokers are busy selecting colorful southwestern-themed decor for their new offices. Meanwhile, in Gabon, solar panels are being installed on the roofs of office buildings, gleaming under the African sun, as the country embraces eco-friendly power generation for their new office spaces.

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 Discovery magazine cover image ] and depicting this scene: In a bustling market in New Mexico, real estate brokers are busy selecting colorful southwestern-themed decor for their new offices. Meanwhile, in Gabon, solar panels are being installed on the roofs of office buildings, gleaming under the African sun, as the country embraces eco-friendly power generation for their new office spaces. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a bustling market in New Mexico, with real estate brokers selecting colorful southwestern-themed decor for their new offices. Show the vibrant hues and intricate designs of the decor options on display. In the same image, depict the scene in Gabon, with office buildings featuring the installation of solar panels glistening under the African sun. Emphasize the modern, eco-friendly approach to power generation within the urban landscape. Capture the contrast between the traditional market setting and the cutting-edge energy solutions in Gabon.

*Variations in the User Prompts from chart to chart are just the result of random number generation in Python. I wrote a few arrays of various styles and methods to ask questions to change up the results. Every time this site writes an explanation or generates an image, the script picks from each at random.

I sequence the requests into multiple prompts because I find GPT 3.5 to perform much better with short, well-managed contexts. Thus, I track the context directly in Python and only ask ChatGPT targeted questions.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico caused Solar power generated in Gabon to increase.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

Journal of Solar Economics and Energy Brokerage

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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Your research team used data from Bureau of Larbor Statistics and Energy Information Administration to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.


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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
INTRODUCTION

The intricacies of statistical analysis often illuminate unexpected connections, leading researchers down paths unexplored and puzzling. In this study, we embark on a journey to unravel the enigmatic relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the generation of solar power in Gabon.

The choice of these variables may initially appear as incongruous as a penguin at a beach party. Nonetheless, our investigation stems from a whimsical curiosity, coupled with a sense of statistical adventure. As we ventured into the tangled web of data, we discovered a correlation that sparkles as brightly as a newly installed solar panel on a sunny day.

While some may consider such an inquiry as far-fetched as a unicorn sighting in a laboratory, our findings offer an opportunity to shed light on the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated industries. Just as the moon's gravitational pull affects the tides, we are compelled to explore whether the ebb and flow of real estate brokering may exert a celestial influence on the generation of solar power, or if this correlation is merely a statistical quirk akin to finding a Fibonacci sequence in a pile of real estate listings.

As we undertake this investigation, we tread the fine line between delving into the world of data with the precision of a mathematician and embracing the unexpected revelations with the wonder of a child gazing at the stars. It is this juxtaposition that infuses our research with a sense of levity, as we seek to bring to light the whimsical and thought-provoking nature of the statistical universe.

In this paper, we illuminate the findings of our exploration into the unlikely correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon, inviting readers to join us on a scientific escapade that promises to be as surprising as stumbling upon a solar-powered real estate sign in the desert.


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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
The intricacies of statistical analysis often illuminate unexpected connections, leading researchers down paths unexplored and puzzling. In this study, we embark on a journey to unravel the enigmatic relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the generation of solar power in Gabon.
The choice of these variables may initially appear as incongruous as a penguin at a beach party. Nonetheless, our investigation stems from a whimsical curiosity, coupled with a sense of statistical adventure. As we ventured into the tangled web of data, we discovered a correlation that sparkles as brightly as a newly installed solar panel on a sunny day.
While some may consider such an inquiry as far-fetched as a unicorn sighting in a laboratory, our findings offer an opportunity to shed light on the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated industries. Just as the moon's gravitational pull affects the tides, we are compelled to explore whether the ebb and flow of real estate brokering may exert a celestial influence on the generation of solar power, or if this correlation is merely a statistical quirk akin to finding a Fibonacci sequence in a pile of real estate listings.
As we undertake this investigation, we tread the fine line between delving into the world of data with the precision of a mathematician and embracing the unexpected revelations with the wonder of a child gazing at the stars. It is this juxtaposition that infuses our research with a sense of levity, as we seek to bring to light the whimsical and thought-provoking nature of the statistical universe.
In this paper, we illuminate the findings of our exploration into the unlikely correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon, inviting readers to join us on a scientific escapade that promises to be as surprising as stumbling upon a solar-powered real estate sign in the desert.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The literature concerning the relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon is, unsurprisingly, rather scarce. However, a few noteworthy studies have ventured into the realm of unexpected correlations, shining a light on the intersection of seemingly disparate fields.

In "Real Estate Brokering and Its Impact on Global Environmental Patterns," Smith et al. (2018) examine the influence of real estate brokering on various environmental factors, albeit without delving into the specific connection with solar power generation. Similarly, Doe and Jones (2015) offer a comprehensive analysis in "Sunlight and Sales: Exploring the Influence of Solar Energy on Real Estate Markets," yet their work does not directly address the correlation under scrutiny in this study.

Turning to more general sources, "The Solar Revolution: One Planet, One Energy, One Civilization" by Travis Bradford (2006) provides an insightful overview of the solar power industry and its potential impact on global energy consumption. In a more whimsical vein, "Real Estate and Sunshine: A Love Story" by Amanda Green (2013) whimsically explores the intersection of property sales and sunny dispositions but fails to shed light on the specific connection with solar power generation in Gabon.

Venturing into more fictional territory, the work of Douglas Adams in "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" (1979) playfully touches upon the intersection of unlikely events in a cosmic context, offering a tangential yet entertaining perspective. In a similar vein, Jasper Fforde's "Shades of Grey" (2009) presents a humorous take on societal structures and unexpected connections, albeit not directly related to the empirical inquiry at hand.

Leaning into the realm of cinema, the film "The Matrix" (1999) serves as an unconventional source of inspiration, challenging conventional perceptions of reality and prompting contemplation on hidden connections. Similarly, "Groundhog Day" (1993) offers a lighthearted exploration of recurrent experiences and the potential for unexpected correlations, albeit within a more temporal context.

In light of the limited literature directly addressing the correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon, this study aims to fill the void with a rigorous empirical examination, tempered with a sense of statistical whimsy.


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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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 Bureau of Larbor Statistics and Energy Information Administration . 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
The intricacies of statistical analysis often illuminate unexpected connections, leading researchers down paths unexplored and puzzling. In this study, we embark on a journey to unravel the enigmatic relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the generation of solar power in Gabon.
The choice of these variables may initially appear as incongruous as a penguin at a beach party. Nonetheless, our investigation stems from a whimsical curiosity, coupled with a sense of statistical adventure. As we ventured into the tangled web of data, we discovered a correlation that sparkles as brightly as a newly installed solar panel on a sunny day.
While some may consider such an inquiry as far-fetched as a unicorn sighting in a laboratory, our findings offer an opportunity to shed light on the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated industries. Just as the moon's gravitational pull affects the tides, we are compelled to explore whether the ebb and flow of real estate brokering may exert a celestial influence on the generation of solar power, or if this correlation is merely a statistical quirk akin to finding a Fibonacci sequence in a pile of real estate listings.
As we undertake this investigation, we tread the fine line between delving into the world of data with the precision of a mathematician and embracing the unexpected revelations with the wonder of a child gazing at the stars. It is this juxtaposition that infuses our research with a sense of levity, as we seek to bring to light the whimsical and thought-provoking nature of the statistical universe.
In this paper, we illuminate the findings of our exploration into the unlikely correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon, inviting readers to join us on a scientific escapade that promises to be as surprising as stumbling upon a solar-powered real estate sign in the desert.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

Data Collection:
The data for this stu-dazzling investigation was collected from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration, spanning the years 2012 to 2021. The choice of this time frame allowed us to capture the evolving dynamics of real estate brokering and solar power generation, akin to observing the life cycle of a solar-powered chameleon.

Real Estate Brokers in New Mexico:
To illuminate the landscape of real estate brokering in New Mexico, we extracted data on the number of licensed brokers and their distribution across urban and rural areas. This process resembled sifting through a real estate treasure trove, searching for statistical gems that would shine a light on the industry's footprint.

Solar Power Generation in Gabon:
In contrast, the solar power data from Gabon was akin to capturing photons of information, as we delved into the intricate mechanisms of photovoltaic generation and its geographical distribution across the country. The challenge of accessing this data mirrored navigating a statistical solar system, with each data point shining like a radiant celestial body.

Correlation Analysis:
Having amassed the data akin to a statistical hoarder, we employed Pearson's correlation coefficient to quantitatively illuminate the relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon. The correlation analysis was conducted with the meticulous precision of aligning a solar panel to capture the optimal amount of sunlight, ensuring that each data point was as bright and illuminating as the next.

Statistical Significance:
To assess the statistical robustness of the correlation coefficient, we scrutinized the p-value with the diligence of a detective inspecting a suspicious real estate contract. The significance level was set at p < 0.01, allowing us to distinguish between meaningful correlations and mere statistical moonshine.

Sensitivity Analysis:
Additionally, we performed a sensitivity analysis to explore the stability of the correlation under varying conditions, akin to adjusting the angle of a solar panel to maximize energy absorption. This process allowed us to illuminate the resilience of the correlation, even under the shifting tides of statistical variables and assumptions.

Overall, our methodology was tailored to shed light on the unexpected and peculiar connection between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon, inviting readers to join us in this data-driven odyssey that promises to captivate and illuminate the scientific imagination.


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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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 Bureau of Larbor Statistics and Energy Information Administration .

For the time period 2012 to 2021, you found a correlation 0.9316683, r-squared of 0.8680057, 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
INTRODUCTION
The intricacies of statistical analysis often illuminate unexpected connections, leading researchers down paths unexplored and puzzling. In this study, we embark on a journey to unravel the enigmatic relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the generation of solar power in Gabon.
The choice of these variables may initially appear as incongruous as a penguin at a beach party. Nonetheless, our investigation stems from a whimsical curiosity, coupled with a sense of statistical adventure. As we ventured into the tangled web of data, we discovered a correlation that sparkles as brightly as a newly installed solar panel on a sunny day.
While some may consider such an inquiry as far-fetched as a unicorn sighting in a laboratory, our findings offer an opportunity to shed light on the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated industries. Just as the moon's gravitational pull affects the tides, we are compelled to explore whether the ebb and flow of real estate brokering may exert a celestial influence on the generation of solar power, or if this correlation is merely a statistical quirk akin to finding a Fibonacci sequence in a pile of real estate listings.
As we undertake this investigation, we tread the fine line between delving into the world of data with the precision of a mathematician and embracing the unexpected revelations with the wonder of a child gazing at the stars. It is this juxtaposition that infuses our research with a sense of levity, as we seek to bring to light the whimsical and thought-provoking nature of the statistical universe.
In this paper, we illuminate the findings of our exploration into the unlikely correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon, inviting readers to join us on a scientific escapade that promises to be as surprising as stumbling upon a solar-powered real estate sign in the desert.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The results of our investigation into the correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon are as enlightening as a solar eclipse. The correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 that we uncovered gleams with a luminosity that could rival the brightness of solar panels under a noonday sun.

The substantial r-squared value of 0.8680057 further illuminates the strength of this correlation, providing a beacon of statistical significance that guides us through the sometimes murky waters of data analysis. This result underscores the robustness of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables, prompting us to ponder whether the real estate industry and solar power generation are engaged in a cosmic pas de deux or if they are simply dancing to the tune of a statistical symphony.

The p-value of less than 0.01 adds a touch of statistical stardust to our findings, affirming the rarity of such a strong relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon. This p-value leads us to contemplate whether this correlation is as remarkable as finding a diamond in a sea of statistical rough.

Figure 1 presents a scatterplot that visually encapsulates the brilliance of the correlation between these variables. The plot radiates with data points that form a pattern as clear as the constellations in a night sky, reinforcing the strength and direction of the relationship we observed.

In summary, our findings not only shine a light on the unexpected correlation between the real estate industry in New Mexico and the solar power industry in Gabon, but they also invite us to bask in the glow of statistical whimsy and consider the enlightening possibilities that await those who venture into the unexplored territories of data analysis.


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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The literature concerning the relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon is, unsurprisingly, rather scarce. However, a few noteworthy studies have ventured into the realm of unexpected correlations, shining a light on the intersection of seemingly disparate fields.
In "Real Estate Brokering and Its Impact on Global Environmental Patterns," Smith et al. (2018) examine the influence of real estate brokering on various environmental factors, albeit without delving into the specific connection with solar power generation. Similarly, Doe and Jones (2015) offer a comprehensive analysis in "Sunlight and Sales: Exploring the Influence of Solar Energy on Real Estate Markets," yet their work does not directly address the correlation under scrutiny in this study.
Turning to more general sources, "The Solar Revolution: One Planet, One Energy, One Civilization" by Travis Bradford (2006) provides an insightful overview of the solar power industry and its potential impact on global energy consumption. In a more whimsical vein, "Real Estate and Sunshine: A Love Story" by Amanda Green (2013) whimsically explores the intersection of property sales and sunny dispositions but fails to shed light on the specific connection with solar power generation in Gabon.
Venturing into more fictional territory, the work of Douglas Adams in "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" (1979) playfully touches upon the intersection of unlikely events in a cosmic context, offering a tangential yet entertaining perspective. In a similar vein, Jasper Fforde's "Shades of Grey" (2009) presents a humorous take on societal structures and unexpected connections, albeit not directly related to the empirical inquiry at hand.
Leaning into the realm of cinema, the film "The Matrix" (1999) serves as an unconventional source of inspiration, challenging conventional perceptions of reality and prompting contemplation on hidden connections. Similarly, "Groundhog Day" (1993) offers a lighthearted exploration of recurrent experiences and the potential for unexpected correlations, albeit within a more temporal context.
In light of the limited literature directly addressing the correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon, this study aims to fill the void with a rigorous empirical examination, tempered with a sense of statistical whimsy.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon are as enlightening as a solar eclipse. The correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 that we uncovered gleams with a luminosity that could rival the brightness of solar panels under a noonday sun.
The substantial r-squared value of 0.8680057 further illuminates the strength of this correlation, providing a beacon of statistical significance that guides us through the sometimes murky waters of data analysis. This result underscores the robustness of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables, prompting us to ponder whether the real estate industry and solar power generation are engaged in a cosmic pas de deux or if they are simply dancing to the tune of a statistical symphony.
The p-value of less than 0.01 adds a touch of statistical stardust to our findings, affirming the rarity of such a strong relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon. This p-value leads us to contemplate whether this correlation is as remarkable as finding a diamond in a sea of statistical rough.
Figure 1 presents a scatterplot that visually encapsulates the brilliance of the correlation between these variables. The plot radiates with data points that form a pattern as clear as the constellations in a night sky, reinforcing the strength and direction of the relationship we observed.
In summary, our findings not only shine a light on the unexpected correlation between the real estate industry in New Mexico and the solar power industry in Gabon, but they also invite us to bask in the glow of statistical whimsy and consider the enlightening possibilities that await those who venture into the unexplored territories of data analysis.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The luminous findings of our study cast a spotlight on the captivating correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon, adding a touch of statistical stardust to the empirical landscape. Our results not only confirm the strength of the relationship, as suggested by prior research (albeit in a quite serious manner), but they also beckon us to contemplate the cosmic dance between these seemingly incongruous variables.

The correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 that we uncovered serves as a radiant affirmation of the bond between real estate brokering and solar power generation, aligning with the whimsical notion advanced by Amanda Green in her work "Real Estate and Sunshine: A Love Story." Our findings not only support the robustness of this connection but also invite us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry are engaged in a cosmic partnership akin to the celestial alignment of heavenly bodies.

Moreover, the substantial r-squared value of 0.8680057 echoes the sentiments of Douglas Adams in "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," offering a tangential yet entertaining perspective on the unexpected correlations that permeate the empirical universe. This statistical luminosity underscores the compelling nature of the relationship we observed, prompting us to ponder whether the unexplored territories of data analysis might indeed harbor hidden connections waiting to be uncovered.

Furthermore, the p-value of less than 0.01 adds a touch of statistical intrigue to our findings, akin to the whimsical perspective of Jasper Fforde in "Shades of Grey," affirming the rarity of such a strong relationship between these variables. This rarity invites us to consider whether our discovery is as remarkable as finding a diamond in a sea of statistical rough, or perhaps as captivating as witnessing a solar eclipse in the depths of statistical space.

In conclusion, our research not only sheds light on the unexpected correlation between the real estate industry in New Mexico and the solar power industry in Gabon but also invites us to consider the boundless possibilities that await those who dare to venture into the empirical cosmos. Our study prompts us to marvel at the whimsical connections that underlie the fabric of statistical reality and challenges us to embrace a bright and sunny perspective on the serendipitous associations that await discovery in the vast expanse of data analysis.


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 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 The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and Solar power generated in Gabon. 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]]
Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
INTRODUCTION
The intricacies of statistical analysis often illuminate unexpected connections, leading researchers down paths unexplored and puzzling. In this study, we embark on a journey to unravel the enigmatic relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the generation of solar power in Gabon.
The choice of these variables may initially appear as incongruous as a penguin at a beach party. Nonetheless, our investigation stems from a whimsical curiosity, coupled with a sense of statistical adventure. As we ventured into the tangled web of data, we discovered a correlation that sparkles as brightly as a newly installed solar panel on a sunny day.
While some may consider such an inquiry as far-fetched as a unicorn sighting in a laboratory, our findings offer an opportunity to shed light on the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated industries. Just as the moon's gravitational pull affects the tides, we are compelled to explore whether the ebb and flow of real estate brokering may exert a celestial influence on the generation of solar power, or if this correlation is merely a statistical quirk akin to finding a Fibonacci sequence in a pile of real estate listings.
As we undertake this investigation, we tread the fine line between delving into the world of data with the precision of a mathematician and embracing the unexpected revelations with the wonder of a child gazing at the stars. It is this juxtaposition that infuses our research with a sense of levity, as we seek to bring to light the whimsical and thought-provoking nature of the statistical universe.
In this paper, we illuminate the findings of our exploration into the unlikely correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon, inviting readers to join us on a scientific escapade that promises to be as surprising as stumbling upon a solar-powered real estate sign in the desert.

[[RESULTS]]
The results of our investigation into the correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon are as enlightening as a solar eclipse. The correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 that we uncovered gleams with a luminosity that could rival the brightness of solar panels under a noonday sun.
The substantial r-squared value of 0.8680057 further illuminates the strength of this correlation, providing a beacon of statistical significance that guides us through the sometimes murky waters of data analysis. This result underscores the robustness of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated variables, prompting us to ponder whether the real estate industry and solar power generation are engaged in a cosmic pas de deux or if they are simply dancing to the tune of a statistical symphony.
The p-value of less than 0.01 adds a touch of statistical stardust to our findings, affirming the rarity of such a strong relationship between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon. This p-value leads us to contemplate whether this correlation is as remarkable as finding a diamond in a sea of statistical rough.
Figure 1 presents a scatterplot that visually encapsulates the brilliance of the correlation between these variables. The plot radiates with data points that form a pattern as clear as the constellations in a night sky, reinforcing the strength and direction of the relationship we observed.
In summary, our findings not only shine a light on the unexpected correlation between the real estate industry in New Mexico and the solar power industry in Gabon, but they also invite us to bask in the glow of statistical whimsy and consider the enlightening possibilities that await those who venture into the unexplored territories of data analysis.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our investigation into the seemingly improbable connection between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and the solar power generated in Gabon has illuminated a correlation as bright and striking as a supernova. The robust correlation coefficient, the substantial r-squared value, and the p-value akin to finding a needle in a haystack of statistical significance collectively beckon us to consider the whimsical dance between these disparate variables.

While some may view this correlation as peculiar as finding a flux capacitor in a real estate office, our research urges us to embrace the unexpected and the peculiar in the world of data. The scatterplot of our findings not only maps out the celestial trajectory of this connection but also presents a constellation of data points sparkling with statistical significance. It is as if the universe itself has conspired to bring together the real estate market and solar power generation in a cosmic embrace.

Our investigation prompts us to consider whether the real estate brokers of New Mexico act as cosmic brokers of solar power, orchestrating a celestial real estate deal that transcends earthly boundaries. Alternatively, perhaps this correlation is a statistical serendipity, akin to finding a four-leaf clover in a field of real estate transactions.

In light of these findings, we assert that no further research is needed. The illuminating insights gleaned from this study prompt us to appreciate the whimsical and unexpected connections that await discovery in the vast expanse of data, and to revel in the joy of statistical serendipity.


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 Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Solar Economics and Energy Brokerage


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 Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

Institute of Solar Shade 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 Shedding Light on the Broker-Solar Connection: An Illuminating Investigation with an abstract of This study examines the intriguing correlation between the number of real estate brokers in New Mexico and solar power generated in Gabon. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Energy Information Administration for the years 2012 to 2021, we identified a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9316683 and p < 0.01. While the conventional wisdom may cast doubt on any potential link between these two disparate variables, our findings shed light on the unexpected and whimsical connections that exist in the world of data. Our research prompts us to consider whether the real estate market and solar power industry share a curious cosmic bond, or if perhaps they simply found themselves entangled in a property dispute. At the very least, this correlation offers an opportunity for both fields to brighten their perspectives and consider the sunny side of empiricism.

ChatGPT:

real estate brokers, solar power, correlation study, data analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Energy Information Administration, New Mexico, Gabon, solar power generation, real estate market, property market, correlation coefficient, empirical research

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Data details

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

Solar power generated in Gabon
Detailed data title: Total solar power generated in Gabon in billion kWh
Source: Energy Information Administration
See what else correlates with Solar power generated in Gabon

Correlation r = 0.9316683 (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 = 0.8680057 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 86.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Solar power generated in Gabon) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico) over the 10 years from 2012 through 2021.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 8.8E-5. 0.0000877816994537977600000000
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 0.93 in 0.0088% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 11,392 random variables Which I absolutely did.
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.

[ 0.73, 0.98 ] 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
The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico (Real Estate Brokers)1001101301301301101108060290
Solar power generated in Gabon (Billion kWh)0.0020.0020.0020.0020.0020.0020.0020.0020.0020.00244




Why this works

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




Try it yourself

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([100,110,130,130,130,110,110,80,60,290,])
array_2 = np.array([0.002,0.002,0.002,0.002,0.002,0.002,0.002,0.002,0.002,0.00244,])
array_1_name = "The number of real estate brokers in New Mexico"
array_2_name = "Solar power generated in Gabon"

# 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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