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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 'google' and the second variable is Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos.  The chart goes from 2012 to 2023, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

Fewer google searches meant fewer ganders at LEMMiNO's videos, giving him less incentive to stretch them out. After all, when it comes to video length, it's all about that search for 'balance'!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image where a computer screen displays a declining Google search trend for 'google' while also showing a playlist of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos, with one video titled "Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos." On the screen, a scale with the word "balance" is shown at the center, indicating the need for equilibrium between Google searches and video length. The visuals should be witty and humorous in the style of a popular Reddit post. 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. 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: Cyber folk Cybernetic art Pop art Magic realism a funny image you would see on reddit
ChatGPT: a funny image you would see on reddit

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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos, in the following situation: Fewer google searches meant fewer ganders at LEMMiNO's videos, giving him less incentive to stretch them out. After all, when it comes to video length, it's all about that search for 'balance'!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In the scene, there is a computer screen displaying a Google search for 'google.' On the same screen, there is a playlist of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos, and one of the video titles reads "Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos." The search results show a decrease in the number of searches for 'google,' and this is reflected in the declining number of views on the video playlist, symbolizing the reduced incentive to prolong the video length. At the center of the screen, there is a scale with the word "balance" written on it, representing the importance of finding equilibrium between Google searches and video length.

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 funny image you would see on reddit ] and depicting this scene: In the scene, there is a computer screen displaying a Google search for 'google.' On the same screen, there is a playlist of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos, and one of the video titles reads "Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos." The search results show a decrease in the number of searches for 'google,' and this is reflected in the declining number of views on the video playlist, symbolizing the reduced incentive to prolong the video length. At the center of the screen, there is a scale with the word "balance" written on it, representing the importance of finding equilibrium between Google searches and video length. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image where a computer screen displays a declining Google search trend for 'google' while also showing a playlist of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos, with one video titled "Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos." On the screen, a scale with the word "balance" is shown at the center, indicating the need for equilibrium between Google searches and video length. The visuals should be witty and humorous in the style of a popular Reddit post.

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

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

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how a decrease in google (Google searches for 'google') caused Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos to decrease. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

The Journal of Digital Dexterity and Online Enigmas

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 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title an alliteration.

Your research team used data from Google Trends and YouTube to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9338793 and p < 0.01 for 2012 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]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The exponential growth of digital platforms has fostered an era of unparalleled interconnectedness, where the cyber aficionados' quest for information and entertainment traverses the vast expanses of the World Wide Web. In this digital labyrinth, Google stands as the paragon of search engines, anchoring the information superhighway with an iron grip on queries of every ilk. Simultaneously, LEMMiNO, a luminary in the realm of YouTube, crafts enigmatic and immersive content, ensnaring audiences in the mesmerizing tapestry of his videos. The serendipitous juxtaposition of these digital titans has spurred an inquisitive examination of the entangled relationship between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's spellbinding YouTube opuses.

This paper aims to unravel the enigmatic and puzzling connection, or perhaps serendipitous coincidence, between Google's eponymous search term and the opulent length of LEMMiNO's visually captivating oeuvre. The study seeks to elucidate whether the pursuit of knowledge, manifested in the act of searching 'google,' intertwines with the pursuit of entrancing content in the form of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. In doing so, our endeavor bridges the domains of information retrieval and digital entertainment, potentially unearthing an unforeseen synergy in the digital cacophony.

The endeavor at hand couples a rigorous quantitative approach with an unwavering curiosity to demystify the cryptic union of Google searches and LEMMiNO's cinematic escapades. As we delve into the heart of this labyrinthine pursuit, we invite the reader to embark on this expedition with the verve of an intrepid explorer, poised to unearth correlations that may transcend mere happenstance.

We set forth, not merely as researchers, but as digital voyagers, seeking to decipher the gravitational pull of Google searches and the epic proportions of LEMMiNO's YouTube intricacy. In the pages that follow, insights from both the scientific and digital realms converge, offering a tapestry of understanding that marries the realms of the virtual with the vagaries of human inquiry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, 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 a few real TV shows that sound like they might be relevant to the topic that you watched as research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The exponential growth of digital platforms has fostered an era of unparalleled interconnectedness, where the cyber aficionados' quest for information and entertainment traverses the vast expanses of the World Wide Web. In this digital labyrinth, Google stands as the paragon of search engines, anchoring the information superhighway with an iron grip on queries of every ilk. Simultaneously, LEMMiNO, a luminary in the realm of YouTube, crafts enigmatic and immersive content, ensnaring audiences in the mesmerizing tapestry of his videos. The serendipitous juxtaposition of these digital titans has spurred an inquisitive examination of the entangled relationship between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's spellbinding YouTube opuses.
This paper aims to unravel the enigmatic and puzzling connection, or perhaps serendipitous coincidence, between Google's eponymous search term and the opulent length of LEMMiNO's visually captivating oeuvre. The study seeks to elucidate whether the pursuit of knowledge, manifested in the act of searching 'google,' intertwines with the pursuit of entrancing content in the form of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. In doing so, our endeavor bridges the domains of information retrieval and digital entertainment, potentially unearthing an unforeseen synergy in the digital cacophony.
The endeavor at hand couples a rigorous quantitative approach with an unwavering curiosity to demystify the cryptic union of Google searches and LEMMiNO's cinematic escapades. As we delve into the heart of this labyrinthine pursuit, we invite the reader to embark on this expedition with the verve of an intrepid explorer, poised to unearth correlations that may transcend mere happenstance.
We set forth, not merely as researchers, but as digital voyagers, seeking to decipher the gravitational pull of Google searches and the epic proportions of LEMMiNO's YouTube intricacy. In the pages that follow, insights from both the scientific and digital realms converge, offering a tapestry of understanding that marries the realms of the virtual with the vagaries of human inquiry.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Scholars have long grappled with the intertwining tapestry of internet phenomena, attempting to unravel the enigmatic connections that underlie our digital existence. In the realm of information retrieval and digital content consumption, the correlation between user engagement with search engines and online entertainment represents a curious intersection of curiosity and escapism. While the literature on this topic is scarce, recent studies have shed light on the unexpected relationships that permeate the digital domain.

In "The Googler's Guide to Googling," Smith et al. explored the behavioral patterns of Google users and the implications for online information seeking. They concluded that the act of searching for 'google' within Google's search engine may yield insights into the user's intent, level of digital fluency, and, perchance, an insatiable curiosity about the inner workings of the search giant itself. This study serves as a foundational cornerstone in understanding the user's proclivity toward the meta-search activity that underpins our investigation.

Doe and Jones, in their seminal work "The YouTube Dilemma," delved into the intricate web of factors that captivate audiences on the expansive platform of YouTube. Their findings revealed that the length of video content is an influential determinant of user engagement, with longer videos often garnering prolonged viewership. While their research focused on a broad spectrum of YouTube content, the implications for the oeuvre of specific content creators, such as LEMMiNO, merit further exploration.

Turning to non-fiction literature, works such as "The Google Story" and "The YouTube Phenomenon" provide critical insights into the cultural and technological impact of these digital monoliths, offering contextual understanding of the intertwining fates of Google and YouTube. On a lighter note, fictional narratives such as "The Searcher's Quest" and "The Tube of Intrigue" may not directly pertain to our topic at hand but offer a whimsical departure into the realms of mystery and whimsy, urging us to navigate the digital labyrinth with a sense of adventure and mirth.

The authors also draw on their personal experiences and the invaluable insights garnered from popular television shows, such as "How It Works: Search Engines Unveiled" and "YouTube: A Journey Through Video Realms," which, while entertaining in their own right, have contributed to the authors' immersion in the digital lexicon. These immersive forays into the digital landscape have offered a firsthand perspective on the serendipitous discoveries and enigmatic connections that underpin our investigation.

As we venture deeper into the heart of this perplexing nexus, we invite the reader to approach the following discussion with the lighthearted curiosity of a digital raconteur, prepared to navigate the meandering passages of correlation with a blend of scholarly rigor and playful levity.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Google Trends and YouTube . You used data from 2012 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]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The exponential growth of digital platforms has fostered an era of unparalleled interconnectedness, where the cyber aficionados' quest for information and entertainment traverses the vast expanses of the World Wide Web. In this digital labyrinth, Google stands as the paragon of search engines, anchoring the information superhighway with an iron grip on queries of every ilk. Simultaneously, LEMMiNO, a luminary in the realm of YouTube, crafts enigmatic and immersive content, ensnaring audiences in the mesmerizing tapestry of his videos. The serendipitous juxtaposition of these digital titans has spurred an inquisitive examination of the entangled relationship between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's spellbinding YouTube opuses.
This paper aims to unravel the enigmatic and puzzling connection, or perhaps serendipitous coincidence, between Google's eponymous search term and the opulent length of LEMMiNO's visually captivating oeuvre. The study seeks to elucidate whether the pursuit of knowledge, manifested in the act of searching 'google,' intertwines with the pursuit of entrancing content in the form of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. In doing so, our endeavor bridges the domains of information retrieval and digital entertainment, potentially unearthing an unforeseen synergy in the digital cacophony.
The endeavor at hand couples a rigorous quantitative approach with an unwavering curiosity to demystify the cryptic union of Google searches and LEMMiNO's cinematic escapades. As we delve into the heart of this labyrinthine pursuit, we invite the reader to embark on this expedition with the verve of an intrepid explorer, poised to unearth correlations that may transcend mere happenstance.
We set forth, not merely as researchers, but as digital voyagers, seeking to decipher the gravitational pull of Google searches and the epic proportions of LEMMiNO's YouTube intricacy. In the pages that follow, insights from both the scientific and digital realms converge, offering a tapestry of understanding that marries the realms of the virtual with the vagaries of human inquiry.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

The present study employed a multifaceted approach to elucidate the purported connection between Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. Data for Google searches were harnessed from Google Trends, a venerable oracle of search activity, covering the period between 2012 and 2023. The analysis encompassed a diverse array of geographical locales, reflecting the global expanse of the digital cognoscenti in their quest for, well, 'google.' The YouTube data, on the other hand, was extracted conscientiously from the YouTube platform itself, with an emphasis on the temporal evolution of video durations crafted by the enigmatic luminary known as LEMMiNO.

A medley of statistical techniques was harnessed to wrangle the data into submission. Correlation analysis, the linchpin of this study, was ventured into with the eagerness of a veritable digital crusader. Specifically, the Pearson correlation coefficient was summoned forth to measure the strength and direction of the linear relationship between Google search volumes for 'google' and the total length of LEMMiNO's opulent video oeuvre. The significance of said relationship was determined through the application of p-values, shedding light on the arcane question of whether the interconnectedness between these entities betokens a substantial association or is merely a digital dalliance.

Furthermore, a temporal exploration was conducted with the fervor of a time traveler navigating the annals of internet history. This involved a longitudinal analysis of the data to discern any temporal trends, oscillations, or perturbations in the alignment of Google searches for 'google' and the accumulated chronicles of LEMMiNO's immersive video escapades. The disparate epochs within the time span of the data were scrutinized to discern any tantalizing trajectories or cosmic collisions in the digital cosmos.

To foster a rigorous and robust analysis, the data were cleansed, pruned, and groomed with the assiduousness of a digital horticulturist. Outlier detection and resolution were approached with the sagacity of a cyberspace sage, ensuring the trustworthiness and validity of the empirical bedrock upon which the analysis rested.

In essence, the methodology of this study was akin to embracing the spirit of a digital sleuth, donning the cloak of analytical prowess to unravel the enigmatic and, at times, implausible nexus between Google searches for 'google' and the sprawling expanse of LEMMiNO's YouTube tableau.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Google Trends and YouTube .

For the time period 2012 to 2023, you found a correlation 0.9338793, r-squared of 0.8721305, 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]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The exponential growth of digital platforms has fostered an era of unparalleled interconnectedness, where the cyber aficionados' quest for information and entertainment traverses the vast expanses of the World Wide Web. In this digital labyrinth, Google stands as the paragon of search engines, anchoring the information superhighway with an iron grip on queries of every ilk. Simultaneously, LEMMiNO, a luminary in the realm of YouTube, crafts enigmatic and immersive content, ensnaring audiences in the mesmerizing tapestry of his videos. The serendipitous juxtaposition of these digital titans has spurred an inquisitive examination of the entangled relationship between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's spellbinding YouTube opuses.
This paper aims to unravel the enigmatic and puzzling connection, or perhaps serendipitous coincidence, between Google's eponymous search term and the opulent length of LEMMiNO's visually captivating oeuvre. The study seeks to elucidate whether the pursuit of knowledge, manifested in the act of searching 'google,' intertwines with the pursuit of entrancing content in the form of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. In doing so, our endeavor bridges the domains of information retrieval and digital entertainment, potentially unearthing an unforeseen synergy in the digital cacophony.
The endeavor at hand couples a rigorous quantitative approach with an unwavering curiosity to demystify the cryptic union of Google searches and LEMMiNO's cinematic escapades. As we delve into the heart of this labyrinthine pursuit, we invite the reader to embark on this expedition with the verve of an intrepid explorer, poised to unearth correlations that may transcend mere happenstance.
We set forth, not merely as researchers, but as digital voyagers, seeking to decipher the gravitational pull of Google searches and the epic proportions of LEMMiNO's YouTube intricacy. In the pages that follow, insights from both the scientific and digital realms converge, offering a tapestry of understanding that marries the realms of the virtual with the vagaries of human inquiry.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The statistical analysis conducted to ascertain the connection between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos uncovered a strikingly strong correlation. Over the temporal expanse from 2012 to 2023, our investigation divulged a correlation coefficient of 0.9338793, indicating a robust positive association between the two variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared) was calculated at 0.8721305, signifying that approximately 87.21% of the variance in the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos can be explained by the frequency of Google searches for 'google.'

Furthermore, the p-value obtained was less than 0.01, attesting to the statistical significance of the observed correlation. This implies that the likelihood of such a strong relationship occurring purely by chance is exceedingly minuscule, reinforcing the validity and substantive nature of the discovered association.

Illustrating these findings in visual form, the accompanying scatterplot (Fig. 1) tendered a graphical representation of the robust correlation observed between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. The scatterplot vividly delineates the clustering of data points along a trend line, showcasing the remarkably coherent relationship between the two variables.

It is imperative to note the sizeable effect size and statistical significance of the discovered correlation, signifying a substantive and noteworthy connection between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's engaging YouTube oeuvre. These findings stand as a testimony to the unexpected interplay between the realms of search queries and digital content, potentially paving the way for further explorations into the enigmatic interconnections within the digital domain.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Scholars have long grappled with the intertwining tapestry of internet phenomena, attempting to unravel the enigmatic connections that underlie our digital existence. In the realm of information retrieval and digital content consumption, the correlation between user engagement with search engines and online entertainment represents a curious intersection of curiosity and escapism. While the literature on this topic is scarce, recent studies have shed light on the unexpected relationships that permeate the digital domain.
In "The Googler's Guide to Googling," Smith et al. explored the behavioral patterns of Google users and the implications for online information seeking. They concluded that the act of searching for 'google' within Google's search engine may yield insights into the user's intent, level of digital fluency, and, perchance, an insatiable curiosity about the inner workings of the search giant itself. This study serves as a foundational cornerstone in understanding the user's proclivity toward the meta-search activity that underpins our investigation.
Doe and Jones, in their seminal work "The YouTube Dilemma," delved into the intricate web of factors that captivate audiences on the expansive platform of YouTube. Their findings revealed that the length of video content is an influential determinant of user engagement, with longer videos often garnering prolonged viewership. While their research focused on a broad spectrum of YouTube content, the implications for the oeuvre of specific content creators, such as LEMMiNO, merit further exploration.
Turning to non-fiction literature, works such as "The Google Story" and "The YouTube Phenomenon" provide critical insights into the cultural and technological impact of these digital monoliths, offering contextual understanding of the intertwining fates of Google and YouTube. On a lighter note, fictional narratives such as "The Searcher's Quest" and "The Tube of Intrigue" may not directly pertain to our topic at hand but offer a whimsical departure into the realms of mystery and whimsy, urging us to navigate the digital labyrinth with a sense of adventure and mirth.
The authors also draw on their personal experiences and the invaluable insights garnered from popular television shows, such as "How It Works: Search Engines Unveiled" and "YouTube: A Journey Through Video Realms," which, while entertaining in their own right, have contributed to the authors' immersion in the digital lexicon. These immersive forays into the digital landscape have offered a firsthand perspective on the serendipitous discoveries and enigmatic connections that underpin our investigation.
As we venture deeper into the heart of this perplexing nexus, we invite the reader to approach the following discussion with the lighthearted curiosity of a digital raconteur, prepared to navigate the meandering passages of correlation with a blend of scholarly rigor and playful levity.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis conducted to ascertain the connection between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos uncovered a strikingly strong correlation. Over the temporal expanse from 2012 to 2023, our investigation divulged a correlation coefficient of 0.9338793, indicating a robust positive association between the two variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared) was calculated at 0.8721305, signifying that approximately 87.21% of the variance in the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos can be explained by the frequency of Google searches for 'google.'
Furthermore, the p-value obtained was less than 0.01, attesting to the statistical significance of the observed correlation. This implies that the likelihood of such a strong relationship occurring purely by chance is exceedingly minuscule, reinforcing the validity and substantive nature of the discovered association.
Illustrating these findings in visual form, the accompanying scatterplot (Fig. 1) tendered a graphical representation of the robust correlation observed between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. The scatterplot vividly delineates the clustering of data points along a trend line, showcasing the remarkably coherent relationship between the two variables.
It is imperative to note the sizeable effect size and statistical significance of the discovered correlation, signifying a substantive and noteworthy connection between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's engaging YouTube oeuvre. These findings stand as a testimony to the unexpected interplay between the realms of search queries and digital content, potentially paving the way for further explorations into the enigmatic interconnections within the digital domain.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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The robust correlation uncovered between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos reverberates with profound implications for our comprehension of the digital landscape. Our findings align with the extant literature, echoing the words of Smith et al. and Doe and Jones, whose explorations into user behavior and digital content engagement have laid the groundwork for our revelatory nexus.

Smith et al.'s elucidation of the user's proclivity toward meta-search activities finds resonance in our analysis, indicating that the act of searching for 'google' transcends mere information retrieval, harboring latent insights into digital fluency and inquisition into the underlying mechanics of the search behemoth. The unexpected nexus between Google queries and LEMMiNO's content unravels a narrative that transcends mere statistical surmise, beckoning us to embrace the intertwining narratives of Google and YouTube with lighthearted curiosity and a penchant for digital escapades.

Doe and Jones' discernment of video length as a pivotal determinant of audience engagement resonates with our findings, magnifying the significance of LEMMiNO's content duration in the digital milieu. The unexpected correlation between the frequency of 'google' searches and LEMMiNO's opus not only enriches our understanding of YouTube viewership dynamics but also beckons us to gallivant through the digital labyrinth with a jaunty spirit of inquiry.

The statistical significance we have unveiled begs the reconsideration of the interplay between search engine queries and digital content production. This unexpected correlation sows the seeds for a thorough re-evaluation of the digital fabric, urging researchers to contemplate the whimsical intermingling of Google searches and YouTube content in a manner befitting a digital raconteur. As we navigate through the meandering corridors of correlation, our findings beckon scholars to infuse scholarly rigor with the playful levity of a digital sojourner, prepared to unearth the unexpected eureka moments that await us in the digital expanse.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a 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 'google' and Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

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]]
Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth

[[ABSTRACT]]
The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The exponential growth of digital platforms has fostered an era of unparalleled interconnectedness, where the cyber aficionados' quest for information and entertainment traverses the vast expanses of the World Wide Web. In this digital labyrinth, Google stands as the paragon of search engines, anchoring the information superhighway with an iron grip on queries of every ilk. Simultaneously, LEMMiNO, a luminary in the realm of YouTube, crafts enigmatic and immersive content, ensnaring audiences in the mesmerizing tapestry of his videos. The serendipitous juxtaposition of these digital titans has spurred an inquisitive examination of the entangled relationship between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's spellbinding YouTube opuses.
This paper aims to unravel the enigmatic and puzzling connection, or perhaps serendipitous coincidence, between Google's eponymous search term and the opulent length of LEMMiNO's visually captivating oeuvre. The study seeks to elucidate whether the pursuit of knowledge, manifested in the act of searching 'google,' intertwines with the pursuit of entrancing content in the form of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. In doing so, our endeavor bridges the domains of information retrieval and digital entertainment, potentially unearthing an unforeseen synergy in the digital cacophony.
The endeavor at hand couples a rigorous quantitative approach with an unwavering curiosity to demystify the cryptic union of Google searches and LEMMiNO's cinematic escapades. As we delve into the heart of this labyrinthine pursuit, we invite the reader to embark on this expedition with the verve of an intrepid explorer, poised to unearth correlations that may transcend mere happenstance.
We set forth, not merely as researchers, but as digital voyagers, seeking to decipher the gravitational pull of Google searches and the epic proportions of LEMMiNO's YouTube intricacy. In the pages that follow, insights from both the scientific and digital realms converge, offering a tapestry of understanding that marries the realms of the virtual with the vagaries of human inquiry.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis conducted to ascertain the connection between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos uncovered a strikingly strong correlation. Over the temporal expanse from 2012 to 2023, our investigation divulged a correlation coefficient of 0.9338793, indicating a robust positive association between the two variables. The coefficient of determination (r-squared) was calculated at 0.8721305, signifying that approximately 87.21% of the variance in the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos can be explained by the frequency of Google searches for 'google.'
Furthermore, the p-value obtained was less than 0.01, attesting to the statistical significance of the observed correlation. This implies that the likelihood of such a strong relationship occurring purely by chance is exceedingly minuscule, reinforcing the validity and substantive nature of the discovered association.
Illustrating these findings in visual form, the accompanying scatterplot (Fig. 1) tendered a graphical representation of the robust correlation observed between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's YouTube videos. The scatterplot vividly delineates the clustering of data points along a trend line, showcasing the remarkably coherent relationship between the two variables.
It is imperative to note the sizeable effect size and statistical significance of the discovered correlation, signifying a substantive and noteworthy connection between the frequency of Google searches for 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's engaging YouTube oeuvre. These findings stand as a testimony to the unexpected interplay between the realms of search queries and digital content, potentially paving the way for further explorations into the enigmatic interconnections within the digital domain.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, the present study has shed light on the remarkably robust association between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's captivating YouTube videos. The striking correlation coefficient of 0.9338793, coupled with a significance level of p < 0.01, underscores the substantive nature of this seemingly serendipitous linkage. The high coefficient of determination (r-squared) of 0.8721305 further corroborates that approximately 87.21% of the variance in the cumulative length of LEMMiNO's videos can be explained by the frequency of Google searches for 'google.'

These results not only provide empirical evidence of an unexpected nexus between the ubiquitous search engine and the visually enthralling content but also bemuse us with the wonders of the digital labyrinth. While these findings may leave us pondering the enigmatic forces at play in the cyber cosmos, they also beckon us to embrace the idiosyncrasies of the digital tapestry.

The noted correlation invites contemplation on the interconnectedness of the digital sphere and the proclivities of digital denizens. Furthermore, the tantalizing possibility of uncovering more such intriguing associations amidst the digital menagerie cannot be overlooked.

Yet, while the present research endeavors to quench our thirst for understanding the cryptic union of Google searches and LEMMiNO's cinematic escapades, it also nudges the boundaries of the digital saga into the realms of whimsy and wonder. As we forge ahead into the annals of digital exploration, we join the ranks of intrepid voyagers, destined to unravel the enthralling mysteries of the digital cosmos.

In light of these compelling findings that both bewilder and delight, we assert with confidence that further research in this domain is unnecessary. For now, let these revelations entertain and beguile us, leaving us with the lingering sense that the digital sphere holds more enigmatic connections yet to be unveiled.


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 Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Digital Dexterity and Online Enigmas


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 Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Digital Delights and Data Diving


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 Gauging the Groovy Google Gander: Grasping the Gravitational Gist of Google Searches and LEMMiNO's Lengthy YouTube Labyrinth with an abstract of The present study delves into the intriguing relationship between the frequency of Google searches for the term 'google' and the cumulative duration of LEMMiNO's enthralling YouTube videos. The investigation utilized data extracted from Google Trends and YouTube over the time span from 2012 to 2023. The correlation analysis revealed a remarkably robust coefficient of 0.9338793 with a significance level of p < 0.01, elucidating a striking, if somewhat confounding, connection between these ostensibly disparate entities. Through a statistically rigorous approach, we arrived at a revelatory nexus between the eponymous search engine and the captivating content produced by LEMMiNO. This paper not only fulfills scientific inquiry but also caters to the innate curiosity of aficionados of data analytics and YouTube content alike. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the researchers may have embarked on a journey akin to exploring the uncharted territories of the World Wide Web, discovering unexpected correlations and connections in the digital domain.

ChatGPT:

Google searches, LEMMiNO videos, relationship, correlation analysis, Google Trends, YouTube data, frequency, cumulative duration, data analytics, web exploration, digital domain, statistical analysis, significance level, nexus, search engine, YouTube content, data extraction, eponymous, World Wide Web, unexpected correlations

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Data details

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

See what else correlates with Google searches for 'google'

Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos
Detailed data title: Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos.
Source: YouTube
See what else correlates with Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos

Correlation r = 0.9338793 (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 = 0.8721305 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 87.2% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Google searches for 'google') over the 12 years from 2012 through 2023.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 8.9E-6. 0.0000089015662628724570000000
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 0.00089% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 112,340 random variables You don't actually need 112 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 11 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 11 because we have two variables measured over a period of 12 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.

[ 0.78, 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.
201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Google searches for 'google' (Rel. search volume)6286.083391.583389.16677264.083357.7554.916757.083348.416751.666748.8889
Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos (Total length in seconds)5564162211961319626142969275538954173432651920516897




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([62,86.0833,91.5833,89.1667,72,64.0833,57.75,54.9167,57.0833,48.4167,51.6667,48.8889,])
array_2 = np.array([5564,16221,19613,19626,14296,9275,5389,5417,3432,6519,2051,6897,])
array_1_name = "Google searches for 'google'"
array_2_name = "Total length of LEMMiNO YouTube videos"

# 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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