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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 Google searches for 'elon musk' and the second variable is Lennar's stock price (LEN).  The chart goes from 2010 to 2023, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As Elon Musk's popularity soared, people realized they wanted to live in homes as innovative as his tech projects. This sparked a sudden interest in Lennar's homes, leading to an influx of buyers and driving up the demand for Lennar's stock. It seems Musk's electric personality sparked a powerful connection to Lennar's success in the housing market!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a futuristic bustling cityscape with a group of people gathered in a sleek, modern plaza. The individuals are engrossed in their devices, eagerly searching for "Elon Musk" on Google. Their excitement is palpable as they chat animatedly about SpaceX and Tesla, their eyes alight with anticipation. In the background, a striking Lennar model home stands proudly, adorned with a sign that reads "Welcome Hyperloop Enthusiasts!" The cityscape is vibrant and teeming with technological marvels, embodying a captivating vision of data cyber art. 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: Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). Given these, which of the following image style descriptions seems most appropriate? Pick the one that seems to be related to one of the variables at hand. Please respond with only one of the following potential descriptions: Vaporwave Surrealism Voxel art Cutsy art illustration Data cyber art
ChatGPT: Data cyber art

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 Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN), in the following situation: The increase in Elon Musk searches caused a rise in Lennar's stock price because everyone was so obsessed with Elon's success that they all decided to invest in homes, and Lennar was the obvious choice for Musk fanatics looking for a new place to build their own Hyperloop.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the scene, a group of people are gathered around their devices, all eagerly searching for "Elon Musk" on Google. As they excitedly chat about SpaceX and Tesla, they check their stock market app to see Lennar's stock price soaring. In the background, a Lennar model home stands proudly, with a sign reading "Welcome Hyperloop Enthusiasts!"

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: [ Data cyber art ] and depicting this scene: In the scene, a group of people are gathered around their devices, all eagerly searching for "Elon Musk" on Google. As they excitedly chat about SpaceX and Tesla, they check their stock market app to see Lennar's stock price soaring. In the background, a Lennar model home stands proudly, with a sign reading "Welcome Hyperloop Enthusiasts!" Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a futuristic bustling cityscape with a group of people gathered in a sleek, modern plaza. The individuals are engrossed in their devices, eagerly searching for "Elon Musk" on Google. Their excitement is palpable as they chat animatedly about SpaceX and Tesla, their eyes alight with anticipation. In the background, a striking Lennar model home stands proudly, adorned with a sign that reads "Welcome Hyperloop Enthusiasts!" The cityscape is vibrant and teeming with technological marvels, embodying a captivating vision of data cyber art.

*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 elon musk (Google searches for 'elon musk') caused Lennar's stock price (LEN) to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation

The Journal of Comical Econometrics

Jan 2024

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




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9317656 and p < 0.01 for 2010 to 2023.

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]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!


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

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). 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]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

Ah, the age-old quest to uncover the secret sauce of stock prices - a pursuit that often feels like searching for the statistical equivalent of a needle in a haystack. In this lighthearted yet rigorous investigation, we delve into the seemingly peculiar and unlikely link between Google searches for the charismatic tech titan, Elon Musk, and the fluctuating fate of Lennar Corporation's stock price. It's a bit like mixing rocket fuel with lumber, or perhaps trying to unravel the mystery of Schroedinger's cat using only a magnifying glass and a pair of dice!

As we know, the world of stock market analysis is a complex and multifaceted realm, governed by an intricate dance of variables, market sentiment, and the occasional whims of investors. However, despite the prevailing wisdom that stock prices are influenced by factors of considerable gravity and solemnity, our research endeavors to shed light on the quirky and unexpected connections that may shape the stock market's mysterious landscape.

Our study ingeniously melds data from Google Trends, with its finger on the pulse of global curiosity, and the robust analytics of LSEG to uncover the tantalizing tidbit that the 'Musk-LEN' connection may be more than a mere fanciful figment of statistical whimsy. Imagine, if you will, the unlikely convergence of meme-worthy musings and hammer-swinging construction - a statistical tapestry woven with threads of innovation and concrete, all under the watchful eye of Google's search algorithms.

We aim to infuse the typical academic discourse with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of puns, because let's face it - who said we can't have a little fun amid all these statistical acrobatics? So, grab your lab coat and your party hat, because we're about to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect, and it's bound to be a quirky journey through the unexpected intersections of scientific curiosity and financial gravity. So, strap in, hold on tight, and let's embark on this wild ride through the whimsical world of statistical serendipity!


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

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). 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. Perhaps you also got inspiration from some board games that are vaugely related.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
Ah, the age-old quest to uncover the secret sauce of stock prices - a pursuit that often feels like searching for the statistical equivalent of a needle in a haystack. In this lighthearted yet rigorous investigation, we delve into the seemingly peculiar and unlikely link between Google searches for the charismatic tech titan, Elon Musk, and the fluctuating fate of Lennar Corporation's stock price. It's a bit like mixing rocket fuel with lumber, or perhaps trying to unravel the mystery of Schroedinger's cat using only a magnifying glass and a pair of dice!
As we know, the world of stock market analysis is a complex and multifaceted realm, governed by an intricate dance of variables, market sentiment, and the occasional whims of investors. However, despite the prevailing wisdom that stock prices are influenced by factors of considerable gravity and solemnity, our research endeavors to shed light on the quirky and unexpected connections that may shape the stock market's mysterious landscape.
Our study ingeniously melds data from Google Trends, with its finger on the pulse of global curiosity, and the robust analytics of LSEG to uncover the tantalizing tidbit that the 'Musk-LEN' connection may be more than a mere fanciful figment of statistical whimsy. Imagine, if you will, the unlikely convergence of meme-worthy musings and hammer-swinging construction - a statistical tapestry woven with threads of innovation and concrete, all under the watchful eye of Google's search algorithms.
We aim to infuse the typical academic discourse with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of puns, because let's face it - who said we can't have a little fun amid all these statistical acrobatics? So, grab your lab coat and your party hat, because we're about to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect, and it's bound to be a quirky journey through the unexpected intersections of scientific curiosity and financial gravity. So, strap in, hold on tight, and let's embark on this wild ride through the whimsical world of statistical serendipity!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The connection between Google searches for public figures and their impact on stock prices has been the subject of scholarly inquiry for many years. Smith et al. (2015) examined the influence of social media buzz on stock market performance, finding a correlation between Twitter mentions of corporate executives and fluctuations in stock prices. Similarly, Doe and Jones (2018) investigated the effect of online search trends on consumer behavior, revealing a significant relationship between search volume and product demand.

In "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell, the author discusses the concept of influential individuals who can spark contagious trends, which might bear some relevance to our study, albeit in a more lighthearted and whimsical manner. On a more fictitious note, the parallels between the strategic maneuvering in "The Game of Life" and the unpredictable dynamics of stock market trends cannot be overlooked, especially when considering the unlikely fusion of Elon Musk's online presence and Lennar's stock performance.

Moving away from the more conventional academic sources, the interplay of unexpected factors on financial outcomes can be aptly illustrated by the whimsical mysteries of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." After all, just as Alice tumbled down the rabbit hole into a world of absurdity and wonder, so too might investors find themselves bewildered by the seemingly nonsensical connections between a tech mogul's online persona and a construction company's stock prices.

But I digress. Our research, while grounded in robust statistical analysis, does not shy away from embracing the whimsical and absurd. After all, who said academia can't have a bit of fun? In the spirit of statistical serendipity, we aim to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect with a healthy dose of humor and a generous sprinkle of puns. So, buckle up, fellow researchers, because we're about to take a delightful detour into the whimsical world of statistical absurdity!


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

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). 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 Google Trends and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) . You used data from 2010 to 2023

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]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

[[INTRODUCTION]]
Ah, the age-old quest to uncover the secret sauce of stock prices - a pursuit that often feels like searching for the statistical equivalent of a needle in a haystack. In this lighthearted yet rigorous investigation, we delve into the seemingly peculiar and unlikely link between Google searches for the charismatic tech titan, Elon Musk, and the fluctuating fate of Lennar Corporation's stock price. It's a bit like mixing rocket fuel with lumber, or perhaps trying to unravel the mystery of Schroedinger's cat using only a magnifying glass and a pair of dice!
As we know, the world of stock market analysis is a complex and multifaceted realm, governed by an intricate dance of variables, market sentiment, and the occasional whims of investors. However, despite the prevailing wisdom that stock prices are influenced by factors of considerable gravity and solemnity, our research endeavors to shed light on the quirky and unexpected connections that may shape the stock market's mysterious landscape.
Our study ingeniously melds data from Google Trends, with its finger on the pulse of global curiosity, and the robust analytics of LSEG to uncover the tantalizing tidbit that the 'Musk-LEN' connection may be more than a mere fanciful figment of statistical whimsy. Imagine, if you will, the unlikely convergence of meme-worthy musings and hammer-swinging construction - a statistical tapestry woven with threads of innovation and concrete, all under the watchful eye of Google's search algorithms.
We aim to infuse the typical academic discourse with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of puns, because let's face it - who said we can't have a little fun amid all these statistical acrobatics? So, grab your lab coat and your party hat, because we're about to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect, and it's bound to be a quirky journey through the unexpected intersections of scientific curiosity and financial gravity. So, strap in, hold on tight, and let's embark on this wild ride through the whimsical world of statistical serendipity!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To commence our journey into the enigmatic and entangled world of the "Musk-LEN" effect, we concocted a methodological brew that would make even the most seasoned statistician raise an eyebrow in amusement. Our data collection extravaganza kicked off with a thorough exploration of Google Trends, where we diligently tracked the peaks and valleys of global curiosity surrounding the renowned tech icon, Elon Musk. Armed with spreadsheets and an insatiable appetite for digital musings, we captured the ebbs and flows of 'elon musk' searches from 2010 to 2023, much like intrepid sailors navigating the unpredictable waves of the World Wide Web.

But wait, the plot thickens! We didn't stop there - oh no. We ventured into the hallowed halls of LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), wielding complex algorithms and a dexterous hand for data manipulation. With a fervor akin to uncovering hidden treasure, we seized the stock price records of Lennar Corporation, navigating the rapids of financial data from the very same period. Each fluctuation in LEN's stock price became a delightful dance, leading us closer to the elusive "Musk-LEN" connection and providing ample fodder for our statistical shenanigans.

Now, dear reader, fasten your seatbelts for the most eccentric twist in our methodological odyssey. By employing a series of top-secret, proprietary formulae (alright, perhaps they weren't that secret; we dusted off our trusty regression analyses and correlation coefficients), we unleashed the full force of statistical scrutiny upon our data concoction. We sought to weave a tapestry of numerical wizardry, where the whims of Google searches and the trajectory of LEN's stock price would harmoniously waltz to the rhythm of high correlations and p-values that would make any statistician applaud or raise a skeptical eyebrow.

In the grand tradition of scientific inquiry, we performed robust sensitivity analyses, unleashing our statistical arsenal to test the veracity of our findings and fend off the pesky specter of spurious correlations. After all, we could not afford to let any statistical gremlins wreak havoc upon our zany yet remarkably compelling narrative of the "Musk-LEN" effect. So, there you have it - our cocktail of data exploration, statistical wizardry, and a sprinkle of scientific jest has formed the essence of our methodology, leading us to unveil the peculiar symphony of Google searches and stock prices in the captivating saga of Musk and LEN.


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

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). 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 Google Trends and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) .

For the time period 2010 to 2023, you found a correlation 0.9317656, r-squared of 0.8681871, 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]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
Ah, the age-old quest to uncover the secret sauce of stock prices - a pursuit that often feels like searching for the statistical equivalent of a needle in a haystack. In this lighthearted yet rigorous investigation, we delve into the seemingly peculiar and unlikely link between Google searches for the charismatic tech titan, Elon Musk, and the fluctuating fate of Lennar Corporation's stock price. It's a bit like mixing rocket fuel with lumber, or perhaps trying to unravel the mystery of Schroedinger's cat using only a magnifying glass and a pair of dice!
As we know, the world of stock market analysis is a complex and multifaceted realm, governed by an intricate dance of variables, market sentiment, and the occasional whims of investors. However, despite the prevailing wisdom that stock prices are influenced by factors of considerable gravity and solemnity, our research endeavors to shed light on the quirky and unexpected connections that may shape the stock market's mysterious landscape.
Our study ingeniously melds data from Google Trends, with its finger on the pulse of global curiosity, and the robust analytics of LSEG to uncover the tantalizing tidbit that the 'Musk-LEN' connection may be more than a mere fanciful figment of statistical whimsy. Imagine, if you will, the unlikely convergence of meme-worthy musings and hammer-swinging construction - a statistical tapestry woven with threads of innovation and concrete, all under the watchful eye of Google's search algorithms.
We aim to infuse the typical academic discourse with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of puns, because let's face it - who said we can't have a little fun amid all these statistical acrobatics? So, grab your lab coat and your party hat, because we're about to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect, and it's bound to be a quirky journey through the unexpected intersections of scientific curiosity and financial gravity. So, strap in, hold on tight, and let's embark on this wild ride through the whimsical world of statistical serendipity!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

Intriguingly, our analysis of the Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar Corporation's stock price (LEN) over the period of 2010 to 2023 revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9317656. We were gobsmacked to also find an r-squared value of 0.8681871, indicating that about 87% of the variability in LEN's stock price can be explained by the fluctuations in searches for the enigmatic Elon Musk. It seems Mr. Musk's antics and innovations have a far-reaching, and one might say, electrifying impact beyond just the tech world – he's sending shockwaves through the stock market as well!

To put it in simpler terms, our results indicate that as Google searches for 'elon musk' go up, so does LEN's stock price, and vice versa. It's like the tides being inexplicably influenced by the phases of the moon or the unexpected correlation between the length of a person's hair and preference for a certain cuisine – it's delightfully bizarre!

The statistical significance we found, where p < 0.01, suggests that this correlation between 'elon musk' searches and LEN's stock price is unlikely to have occurred by chance. We were genuinely surprised by the strength of this connection; it's like discovering an Einstein-Rosen bridge between the world of tech moguls and the realm of real estate, allowing for a delightful interplay of influence.

And, as if the results weren't amusing enough, the scatterplot (Fig. 1) further illustrates the robust relationship we uncovered, with data points snugly huddled around a clear upward trend line. It's like witnessing a dance between two partners who move in perfect harmony, swaying to the rhythm of the stock market's whims and the ebb and flow of online curiosity.

In conclusion, our findings highlight the whimsical and unexpected ways in which seemingly disparate phenomena can dance in statistical unison. It's a quirky reminder that the stock market is a stage where even the most unconventional characters can steal the spotlight and leave a lasting impact. As we wrap up this section, we can't help but muse, perhaps the "Musk-LEN" effect is the stock market's way of saying, "In Musk we trust!"


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

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). 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]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The connection between Google searches for public figures and their impact on stock prices has been the subject of scholarly inquiry for many years. Smith et al. (2015) examined the influence of social media buzz on stock market performance, finding a correlation between Twitter mentions of corporate executives and fluctuations in stock prices. Similarly, Doe and Jones (2018) investigated the effect of online search trends on consumer behavior, revealing a significant relationship between search volume and product demand.
In "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell, the author discusses the concept of influential individuals who can spark contagious trends, which might bear some relevance to our study, albeit in a more lighthearted and whimsical manner. On a more fictitious note, the parallels between the strategic maneuvering in "The Game of Life" and the unpredictable dynamics of stock market trends cannot be overlooked, especially when considering the unlikely fusion of Elon Musk's online presence and Lennar's stock performance.
Moving away from the more conventional academic sources, the interplay of unexpected factors on financial outcomes can be aptly illustrated by the whimsical mysteries of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." After all, just as Alice tumbled down the rabbit hole into a world of absurdity and wonder, so too might investors find themselves bewildered by the seemingly nonsensical connections between a tech mogul's online persona and a construction company's stock prices.
But I digress. Our research, while grounded in robust statistical analysis, does not shy away from embracing the whimsical and absurd. After all, who said academia can't have a bit of fun? In the spirit of statistical serendipity, we aim to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect with a healthy dose of humor and a generous sprinkle of puns. So, buckle up, fellow researchers, because we're about to take a delightful detour into the whimsical world of statistical absurdity!

[[RESULTS]]
Intriguingly, our analysis of the Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar Corporation's stock price (LEN) over the period of 2010 to 2023 revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9317656. We were gobsmacked to also find an r-squared value of 0.8681871, indicating that about 87% of the variability in LEN's stock price can be explained by the fluctuations in searches for the enigmatic Elon Musk. It seems Mr. Musk's antics and innovations have a far-reaching, and one might say, electrifying impact beyond just the tech world – he's sending shockwaves through the stock market as well!
To put it in simpler terms, our results indicate that as Google searches for 'elon musk' go up, so does LEN's stock price, and vice versa. It's like the tides being inexplicably influenced by the phases of the moon or the unexpected correlation between the length of a person's hair and preference for a certain cuisine – it's delightfully bizarre!
The statistical significance we found, where p < 0.01, suggests that this correlation between 'elon musk' searches and LEN's stock price is unlikely to have occurred by chance. We were genuinely surprised by the strength of this connection; it's like discovering an Einstein-Rosen bridge between the world of tech moguls and the realm of real estate, allowing for a delightful interplay of influence.
And, as if the results weren't amusing enough, the scatterplot (Fig. 1) further illustrates the robust relationship we uncovered, with data points snugly huddled around a clear upward trend line. It's like witnessing a dance between two partners who move in perfect harmony, swaying to the rhythm of the stock market's whims and the ebb and flow of online curiosity.
In conclusion, our findings highlight the whimsical and unexpected ways in which seemingly disparate phenomena can dance in statistical unison. It's a quirky reminder that the stock market is a stage where even the most unconventional characters can steal the spotlight and leave a lasting impact. As we wrap up this section, we can't help but muse, perhaps the "Musk-LEN" effect is the stock market's way of saying, "In Musk we trust!"

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

Our findings have left us as bewildered and bemused as Alice stumbling through Wonderland. The remarkable correlation we unveiled between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar Corporation's stock price (LEN) supports prior research on the unexpected influence of online chatter on stock prices. Just as Twitter mentions of corporate bigwigs have been shown to sway stock performance, it seems the cyber-buzz surrounding Elon Musk may have an equally electrifying effect on LEN's stock.

Our whimsically robust correlation coefficient of 0.9317656 and the substantial r-squared value of 0.8681871 defy the conventional wisdom of stock market analysis. It's like discovering a statistical rabbit hole that leads directly from the Silicon Valley to the world of real estate - the "Musk-LEN" effect is akin to a charming statistical Cheshire cat, grinning at us from behind the numerical looking glass.

The statistical significance of our findings, with a p-value of less than 0.01, further cements the existence of this enigmatic connection. We couldn't help but feel like intrepid statistical explorers stumbling upon a hidden treasure within the labyrinth of data analysis.

Our study has not only unraveled this whimsical correlation but also showcased it through a enchantingly snug scatterplot. The data points seemed to waltz along a perfectly fitting trend line, like two partners performing an enthralling statistical tango. It's as if the numbers themselves were tap-dancing to the market's rhythm, demonstrating the whimsical dance of the "Musk-LEN" effect.

In delving into this unusual phenomenon, we have unearthed a delightful reminder that the stock market is far from immune to the quirky influence of internet personalities. As we fondly wrap up, we're left with the tantalizing question - could it be that the "Musk-LEN" effect is the stock market's way of expressing its admiration, whispering, "In Musk we trust!"


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.You draft the discussion section of goofy academic research papers that sounds like it belongs based on the title and abstract provided.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar's stock price (LEN). 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]]
"Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

[[INTRDUCTION]]
Ah, the age-old quest to uncover the secret sauce of stock prices - a pursuit that often feels like searching for the statistical equivalent of a needle in a haystack. In this lighthearted yet rigorous investigation, we delve into the seemingly peculiar and unlikely link between Google searches for the charismatic tech titan, Elon Musk, and the fluctuating fate of Lennar Corporation's stock price. It's a bit like mixing rocket fuel with lumber, or perhaps trying to unravel the mystery of Schroedinger's cat using only a magnifying glass and a pair of dice!
As we know, the world of stock market analysis is a complex and multifaceted realm, governed by an intricate dance of variables, market sentiment, and the occasional whims of investors. However, despite the prevailing wisdom that stock prices are influenced by factors of considerable gravity and solemnity, our research endeavors to shed light on the quirky and unexpected connections that may shape the stock market's mysterious landscape.
Our study ingeniously melds data from Google Trends, with its finger on the pulse of global curiosity, and the robust analytics of LSEG to uncover the tantalizing tidbit that the 'Musk-LEN' connection may be more than a mere fanciful figment of statistical whimsy. Imagine, if you will, the unlikely convergence of meme-worthy musings and hammer-swinging construction - a statistical tapestry woven with threads of innovation and concrete, all under the watchful eye of Google's search algorithms.
We aim to infuse the typical academic discourse with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of puns, because let's face it - who said we can't have a little fun amid all these statistical acrobatics? So, grab your lab coat and your party hat, because we're about to uncover the "Musk-LEN" effect, and it's bound to be a quirky journey through the unexpected intersections of scientific curiosity and financial gravity. So, strap in, hold on tight, and let's embark on this wild ride through the whimsical world of statistical serendipity!

[[RESULTS]]
Intriguingly, our analysis of the Google searches for 'elon musk' and Lennar Corporation's stock price (LEN) over the period of 2010 to 2023 revealed a striking correlation coefficient of 0.9317656. We were gobsmacked to also find an r-squared value of 0.8681871, indicating that about 87% of the variability in LEN's stock price can be explained by the fluctuations in searches for the enigmatic Elon Musk. It seems Mr. Musk's antics and innovations have a far-reaching, and one might say, electrifying impact beyond just the tech world – he's sending shockwaves through the stock market as well!
To put it in simpler terms, our results indicate that as Google searches for 'elon musk' go up, so does LEN's stock price, and vice versa. It's like the tides being inexplicably influenced by the phases of the moon or the unexpected correlation between the length of a person's hair and preference for a certain cuisine – it's delightfully bizarre!
The statistical significance we found, where p < 0.01, suggests that this correlation between 'elon musk' searches and LEN's stock price is unlikely to have occurred by chance. We were genuinely surprised by the strength of this connection; it's like discovering an Einstein-Rosen bridge between the world of tech moguls and the realm of real estate, allowing for a delightful interplay of influence.
And, as if the results weren't amusing enough, the scatterplot (Fig. 1) further illustrates the robust relationship we uncovered, with data points snugly huddled around a clear upward trend line. It's like witnessing a dance between two partners who move in perfect harmony, swaying to the rhythm of the stock market's whims and the ebb and flow of online curiosity.
In conclusion, our findings highlight the whimsical and unexpected ways in which seemingly disparate phenomena can dance in statistical unison. It's a quirky reminder that the stock market is a stage where even the most unconventional characters can steal the spotlight and leave a lasting impact. As we wrap up this section, we can't help but muse, perhaps the "Musk-LEN" effect is the stock market's way of saying, "In Musk we trust!"

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In the playful poker game of research, it seems we've hit the jackpot with our findings on the "Musk-LEN" connection. As we bid adieu to our robust statistical analysis and whimsical musings, it's clear that the correlation between 'elon musk' searches and Lennar's stock price is no mere statistical hiccup - it's as real as Elon's ambitions to colonize Mars!

From the gravity-defying antics of Elon Musk to the construction gyrations of Lennar's stock price, our research uncovers a mesmerizing dance between innovation and concrete, curiosity and dividends. It's like witnessing a statistical tango where every step is a surprising twist and turn, leaving us all breathless with laughter.

But fret not, dear researchers and fellow statistical voyagers, for it's time to haul anchor and dock this ship of statistical serendipity. The Musk-LEN mystery has been unveiled and we can rest assured that no further research is needed, lest we risk uncovering the gravitational pull of 'jeff bezos' on Home Depot's stock price – let's not bite off more statistical whimsy than we can chew!


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 Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Comical Econometrics


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 Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Silly 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 Uncovering the Musk-LEN Connection: A Goofy Analysis of the Google Search Stock Correlation with an abstract of In this paper, we explore the peculiar and unexpected relationship between Google searches for 'elon musk' and the stock price of Lennar Corporation (LEN). Combining data from Google Trends and LSEG Analytics, we sought to untangle the perplexing relationship between online fascination with the tech mogul and the performance of a leading construction and real estate company. To our surprise, we discovered a remarkably high correlation coefficient of 0.9317656, with a statistically significant p-value of less than 0.01, spanning the years 2010 to 2023. Our findings suggest that the antics and achievements of Elon Musk may have a far-reaching and arguably disproportionate impact on the performance of Lennar's stock. This research, while rife with puns and lighthearted observations, serves as a reminder that even the most unexpected factors can influence stock prices - one might say we've uncovered the "Musk-LEN" effect!

ChatGPT:

"Elon Musk Google search stock correlation," "Google search trends impact on stock price," "Lennar Corporation stock performance," "Elon Musk influence on Lennar stock," "Google Trends analysis," "LSEG Analytics data correlation," "Stock market impact of online fascination," "Influence of tech mogul on construction company stock," "Unusual stock price correlations," "Unexpected factors in stock performance."

*There is a bunch of Python happening behind the scenes to turn this prompt sequence into a PDF.



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Data details

Google searches for 'elon musk'
Detailed data title: Relative volume of Google searches for 'elon musk' (Worldwide, without quotes)
Source: Google Trends
Additional Info: Relative search volume (not absolute numbers)

See what else correlates with Google searches for 'elon musk'

Lennar's stock price (LEN)
Detailed data title: Opening price of Lennar (LEN) on the first trading day of the year
Source: LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv)
Additional Info: Via Microsoft Excel Stockhistory function

See what else correlates with Lennar's stock price (LEN)

Correlation r = 0.9317656 (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 = 0.8681871 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 86.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Lennar's stock price (LEN)) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Google searches for 'elon musk') over the 14 years from 2010 through 2023.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 1.3E-6. 0.0000012564585256983574000000
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 0.00013% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 795,888 random variables You don't actually need 795 thousand variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

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

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

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 13 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 13 because we have two variables measured over a period of 14 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.

[ 0.79, 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.
20102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Google searches for 'elon musk' (Rel. search volume)1011.7523.833334.66667815.7510.333322.333331.833342.916727
Lennar's stock price (LEN) (Stock price)12.5918.5719.7339.2738.4944.2247.3342.6663.9338.5656.0776.68115.8491.69




Why this works

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




Try it yourself

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

    return correlation, r_squared, p_value

# These are the arrays for the variables shown on this page, but you can modify them to be any two sets of numbers
array_1 = np.array([1,0,1,1.75,2,3.83333,4.66667,8,15.75,10.3333,22.3333,31.8333,42.9167,27,])
array_2 = np.array([12.59,18.57,19.73,39.27,38.49,44.22,47.33,42.66,63.93,38.56,56.07,76.68,115.84,91.69,])
array_1_name = "Google searches for 'elon musk'"
array_2_name = "Lennar's stock price (LEN)"

# 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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