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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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and the second variable is The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania.  The chart goes from 2003 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the air became cleaner in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, it resulted in a higher quality of life for everyone, including the heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic. With their improved mood and overall well-being, they decided to pursue their lifelong dreams of becoming salsa dancers instead. As a result, there was a significant decrease in the number of workers in this field, leading to a surprising shift from metal and plastic industries to the world of dance, adding a new and unexpected rhythm to Pennsylvania's workforce. After all, who can resist the allure of clean air and the call of the dance floor?

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a futuristic dance studio nestled amidst a green landscape in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Show a bright, airy space with large windows and sleek, modern architecture. Inside, depict a group of former heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic, joyfully twirling and swaying to the vibrant rhythm of salsa music. Their expressions reflect the joy of pursuing their new passion, and their movements are captured in a futuristic, artistic style. The scene should depict the surprising transition of the workforce, inspired by the uplifting change in their surroundings, with subtle futuristic elements integrated into the image. 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: Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. 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: Parallax art Glitch art Futuristic An image that looks like it is a scene from 'Star Wars' Cybernetic art
ChatGPT: Futuristic

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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania, in the following situation: As the air became cleaner in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, it resulted in a higher quality of life for everyone, including the heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic. With their improved mood and overall well-being, they decided to pursue their lifelong dreams of becoming salsa dancers instead. As a result, there was a significant decrease in the number of workers in this field, leading to a surprising shift from metal and plastic industries to the world of dance, adding a new and unexpected rhythm to Pennsylvania's workforce. After all, who can resist the allure of clean air and the call of the dance floor?. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the once hazy horizon has cleared, showcasing blue skies and allowing the warm sunlight to filter through. Streets are lined with trees and greenery, with people strolling and breathing in the fresher air. Amidst this newfound tranquility, a group of former heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic, now stand joyfully in a dance studio. As they twirl and sway to the vibrant rhythm of salsa music, their smiles reflect the joy of pursuing their new passion. The clinks of metal and hum of machines have been replaced by the energetic sounds of their dancing feet, marking a surprising transition in the workforce, inspired by the uplifting change in their surroundings.

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: [ Futuristic ] and depicting this scene: In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the once hazy horizon has cleared, showcasing blue skies and allowing the warm sunlight to filter through. Streets are lined with trees and greenery, with people strolling and breathing in the fresher air. Amidst this newfound tranquility, a group of former heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic, now stand joyfully in a dance studio. As they twirl and sway to the vibrant rhythm of salsa music, their smiles reflect the joy of pursuing their new passion. The clinks of metal and hum of machines have been replaced by the energetic sounds of their dancing feet, marking a surprising transition in the workforce, inspired by the uplifting change in their surroundings. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a futuristic dance studio nestled amidst a green landscape in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Show a bright, airy space with large windows and sleek, modern architecture. Inside, depict a group of former heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic, joyfully twirling and swaying to the vibrant rhythm of salsa music. Their expressions reflect the joy of pursuing their new passion, and their movements are captured in a futuristic, artistic style. The scene should depict the surprising transition of the workforce, inspired by the uplifting change in their surroundings, with subtle futuristic elements integrated into the image.

*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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania caused The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania to decrease. Make it feel plausible.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

The Journal of Environmental Health and Occupational Safety Studies

Jan 2024

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




Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Your research team used data from Environmental Protection Agency and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 for 2003 to 2022.

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]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of 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]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

As we inhale the crispy, smog-infused air of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and gaze upon the mesmerizing dance of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic across the state, we find ourselves pondering a sizzling question: is there a fiery connection between these two seemingly disparate elements? While it may seem like a bit of a stretch to draw parallels between the fumes of industrial air pollution and the machinery-wielding workers of the heat treating industry, our inquisitive minds couldn't help but ignite with curiosity.

We are no strangers to the steamy allure of statistical analyses, and armed with our trusty array of data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we embarked upon a quest to crack the code and uncover the scorching truth behind this potential relationship. Clad in our metaphorical flame-resistant lab coats, we sought to stoke the fire of knowledge and illuminate the path to understanding the searing correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.

Our methodology blazed a trail through the years 2003 to 2022, harnessing the power of correlation coefficients and p-values to fan the flames of investigation. Lo and behold, our analysis uncovered a tantalizing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, with p < 0.01, lending credence to the notion that these two phenomena are indeed heating up the statistical landscape.

The significance of this connection, should it prove to be more than just a figment of our feverish academic imagination, could have implications as profound as a sunburn in a heatwave. Understanding the interplay between environmental factors and employment trends could fuel policy decisions, fan the flames of occupational health considerations, and spark a newfound appreciation for the intricate dance of cause and effect in our industrial landscape.

So, dear reader, as we beckon you to join us in this scorching expedition, brace yourselves for a journey that promises to be both illuminating and, if we may be so bold, a bit of a wild ride. Together, let us unravel the burning mysteries and searing symmetries between air pollution and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. For when it comes to this incendiary connection, things are indeed getting hot in here.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then devolve ever further, and mention something completely ridiculous, like you conducted literature review by reading the backs of shampoo bottles.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
As we inhale the crispy, smog-infused air of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and gaze upon the mesmerizing dance of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic across the state, we find ourselves pondering a sizzling question: is there a fiery connection between these two seemingly disparate elements? While it may seem like a bit of a stretch to draw parallels between the fumes of industrial air pollution and the machinery-wielding workers of the heat treating industry, our inquisitive minds couldn't help but ignite with curiosity.
We are no strangers to the steamy allure of statistical analyses, and armed with our trusty array of data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we embarked upon a quest to crack the code and uncover the scorching truth behind this potential relationship. Clad in our metaphorical flame-resistant lab coats, we sought to stoke the fire of knowledge and illuminate the path to understanding the searing correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.
Our methodology blazed a trail through the years 2003 to 2022, harnessing the power of correlation coefficients and p-values to fan the flames of investigation. Lo and behold, our analysis uncovered a tantalizing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, with p < 0.01, lending credence to the notion that these two phenomena are indeed heating up the statistical landscape.
The significance of this connection, should it prove to be more than just a figment of our feverish academic imagination, could have implications as profound as a sunburn in a heatwave. Understanding the interplay between environmental factors and employment trends could fuel policy decisions, fan the flames of occupational health considerations, and spark a newfound appreciation for the intricate dance of cause and effect in our industrial landscape.
So, dear reader, as we beckon you to join us in this scorching expedition, brace yourselves for a journey that promises to be both illuminating and, if we may be so bold, a bit of a wild ride. Together, let us unravel the burning mysteries and searing symmetries between air pollution and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. For when it comes to this incendiary connection, things are indeed getting hot in here.

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The scorching intersection of air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania has sparked scholarly inquiry from a variety of angles. Smith et al. conducted a comprehensive study examining the effects of industrial emissions on occupational trends, shedding light on the potential impact of environmental factors on the heat treatment industry. Meanwhile, Doe's analysis of labor statistics in the state provided a macroscopic view of employment patterns, offering tantalizing glimpses into the workforce dynamics that could be influenced by atmospheric conditions.

However, delving into the literary landscape beyond academic journals, we cannot ignore the burning relevance of non-fiction works such as "Air Pollution and Its Impacts on Occupational Health" by Jones, which explores the intricate ways in which pollutants may sear through the labor force. Likewise, "The Industrial Odyssey: From Metal to Plastic" by Brown offers a scintillating glimpse into the evolution of materials and the implications for industrial employment, providing valuable kindling for our research fire.

Venturing into the realm of fiction, we encounter "Smoke and Mirrors" by Gaiman, a collection of enchanting tales that, while not explicitly focused on air pollution, certainly conjures up the ethereal and mysterious nature of atmospheric phenomena. The classic "Fahrenheit 451" by Bradbury, although not directly related to our topic, certainly ignites thoughts of incendiary relationships and the consequences of societal heat.

Now, if we dare to tread beyond the traditional confines of scholarly prose and well-researched tomes, we stumble upon the unconventional yet fascinating realm of unconventional sources. We may have indulged in the quirky practice of perusing the backs of shampoo bottles, where, in the midst of ingredient lists and usage instructions, we sought to lather up our understanding of the sizzling correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.

As we marinate in this eclectic mix of literature, let us now stoke the flames of our investigation with a lighthearted touch, eager to unravel the charred mysteries and find sparks of insight in the unlikeliest of places. After all, in the quest for knowledge, a little humor can be the best firestarter.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of 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 Environmental Protection Agency and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2003 to 2022

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]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

[[INTRODUCTION]]
As we inhale the crispy, smog-infused air of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and gaze upon the mesmerizing dance of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic across the state, we find ourselves pondering a sizzling question: is there a fiery connection between these two seemingly disparate elements? While it may seem like a bit of a stretch to draw parallels between the fumes of industrial air pollution and the machinery-wielding workers of the heat treating industry, our inquisitive minds couldn't help but ignite with curiosity.
We are no strangers to the steamy allure of statistical analyses, and armed with our trusty array of data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we embarked upon a quest to crack the code and uncover the scorching truth behind this potential relationship. Clad in our metaphorical flame-resistant lab coats, we sought to stoke the fire of knowledge and illuminate the path to understanding the searing correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.
Our methodology blazed a trail through the years 2003 to 2022, harnessing the power of correlation coefficients and p-values to fan the flames of investigation. Lo and behold, our analysis uncovered a tantalizing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, with p < 0.01, lending credence to the notion that these two phenomena are indeed heating up the statistical landscape.
The significance of this connection, should it prove to be more than just a figment of our feverish academic imagination, could have implications as profound as a sunburn in a heatwave. Understanding the interplay between environmental factors and employment trends could fuel policy decisions, fan the flames of occupational health considerations, and spark a newfound appreciation for the intricate dance of cause and effect in our industrial landscape.
So, dear reader, as we beckon you to join us in this scorching expedition, brace yourselves for a journey that promises to be both illuminating and, if we may be so bold, a bit of a wild ride. Together, let us unravel the burning mysteries and searing symmetries between air pollution and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. For when it comes to this incendiary connection, things are indeed getting hot in here.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To set the fires of inquiry ablaze, our research team harnessed a veritable inferno of methodological tools to scorch a path through the smoggy realm of statistical investigation. Our first step in this scorching journey involved gallivanting through the labyrinthine corridors of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) treasure trove of air pollution data. We diligently scoured through the EPA's databases, sifting through an incendiary assortment of air quality indices, emission inventories, and atmospheric concoctions of pollutants. Armed with this arsenal of environmental data, we set our sights on uncovering the burnished truths concealed within the murky embers of Lancaster, Pennsylvania's atmospheric composition.

Simultaneously, in the bustling forges of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we delved into the tangled webs of occupational employment data, specifically zeroing in on the heat treating industry. With sweat-laden brows and a zealous fervor akin to a heat treating equipment setter forging molten metal, we meticulously combed through employment figures, seeking to unveil the combustible nexus between industrial occupations and the hot breath of air pollution.

Having gathered this scalding confluence of data, we conjured the arcane arts of statistical analysis to stoke the flames of inquiry. Like alchemists of old, we lavished attention upon the incendiary brew of correlation coefficients and p-values, endeavoring to distill from these potent elixirs the essence of the scorching relationship between air pollution in Lancaster and the deployment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic across Pennsylvania's industrial landscape.

The temporal scope of our infernal investigation spanned from 2003 to 2022, a blistering expanse that allowed us to harness the full breadth of climatological and occupational data engulfing the interceding years. Through the application of scorching statistical techniques, we sought to illuminate the smoldering correlation between air pollution and the employment figures of heat treating professionals, ultimately birthing a scintillating correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, with p < 0.01, from the searing crucible of our analyses.

The herculean efforts of our research team, executed with the fervor of a blacksmith honing a fiery blade, were ultimately aimed at unearthing the kindling truth beneath the ashen exterior of empirical data. So, fortified with the spirit of inquiry and the temerity to brave the blaze, we ventured forth into the conflagration of methodology, burning the midnight oil to unravel the enigmatic bond between air pollution and the deployment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the scintillating crucible of Pennsylvania's industrial tapestry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of 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 Environmental Protection Agency and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2003 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.8355227, r-squared of 0.6980982, 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]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
As we inhale the crispy, smog-infused air of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and gaze upon the mesmerizing dance of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic across the state, we find ourselves pondering a sizzling question: is there a fiery connection between these two seemingly disparate elements? While it may seem like a bit of a stretch to draw parallels between the fumes of industrial air pollution and the machinery-wielding workers of the heat treating industry, our inquisitive minds couldn't help but ignite with curiosity.
We are no strangers to the steamy allure of statistical analyses, and armed with our trusty array of data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we embarked upon a quest to crack the code and uncover the scorching truth behind this potential relationship. Clad in our metaphorical flame-resistant lab coats, we sought to stoke the fire of knowledge and illuminate the path to understanding the searing correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.
Our methodology blazed a trail through the years 2003 to 2022, harnessing the power of correlation coefficients and p-values to fan the flames of investigation. Lo and behold, our analysis uncovered a tantalizing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, with p < 0.01, lending credence to the notion that these two phenomena are indeed heating up the statistical landscape.
The significance of this connection, should it prove to be more than just a figment of our feverish academic imagination, could have implications as profound as a sunburn in a heatwave. Understanding the interplay between environmental factors and employment trends could fuel policy decisions, fan the flames of occupational health considerations, and spark a newfound appreciation for the intricate dance of cause and effect in our industrial landscape.
So, dear reader, as we beckon you to join us in this scorching expedition, brace yourselves for a journey that promises to be both illuminating and, if we may be so bold, a bit of a wild ride. Together, let us unravel the burning mysteries and searing symmetries between air pollution and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. For when it comes to this incendiary connection, things are indeed getting hot in here.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The scorching investigation into the fiery relationship between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania yielded some hot-off-the-press results. Our data analysis set the statistical landscape ablaze, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, an r-squared of 0.6980982, and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2003 to 2022.

To visually capture the intensity of this correlation, we present Figure 1, a scorching-hot scatterplot that sizzles with a strong linear trend, demonstrating the heated connection between the variables under investigation.

The searing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 signifies a robust positive association between air pollution levels and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. This finding suggests that as air pollution levels increase, so too does the employment of these flame-tending professionals, fueling the flames of scholarly curiosity and igniting discussions around the potential mechanisms at play.

The r-squared value of 0.6980982 indicates that approximately 69.81% of the variability in the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic can be explained by variations in air pollution levels. This observation underscores the substantial influence of environmental factors on the labor market in this specific industry, adding fuel to the fire of empirical evidence supporting the interconnectedness of these phenomena.

With a p-value of less than 0.01, our findings glow with statistical significance, providing a scalding endorsement of the notion that the observed correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic is not merely a fluke, but a bona fide blaze of insight.

In summary, our analysis kindled a compelling narrative of a hot, symbiotic relationship between air pollution and the deployment of workers in the heat treating industry, shedding light on a previously overlooked dimension of the industrial landscape. These findings have ignited discussions about the potential implications for occupational health, policymaking, and our understanding of the intricate dance between environmental factors and employment trends. Ultimately, our research affirms that when it comes to the interplay between air pollution and the heat treating industry, one thing is certain: this field of study is heating up.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of 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]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The scorching intersection of air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania has sparked scholarly inquiry from a variety of angles. Smith et al. conducted a comprehensive study examining the effects of industrial emissions on occupational trends, shedding light on the potential impact of environmental factors on the heat treatment industry. Meanwhile, Doe's analysis of labor statistics in the state provided a macroscopic view of employment patterns, offering tantalizing glimpses into the workforce dynamics that could be influenced by atmospheric conditions.
However, delving into the literary landscape beyond academic journals, we cannot ignore the burning relevance of non-fiction works such as "Air Pollution and Its Impacts on Occupational Health" by Jones, which explores the intricate ways in which pollutants may sear through the labor force. Likewise, "The Industrial Odyssey: From Metal to Plastic" by Brown offers a scintillating glimpse into the evolution of materials and the implications for industrial employment, providing valuable kindling for our research fire.
Venturing into the realm of fiction, we encounter "Smoke and Mirrors" by Gaiman, a collection of enchanting tales that, while not explicitly focused on air pollution, certainly conjures up the ethereal and mysterious nature of atmospheric phenomena. The classic "Fahrenheit 451" by Bradbury, although not directly related to our topic, certainly ignites thoughts of incendiary relationships and the consequences of societal heat.
Now, if we dare to tread beyond the traditional confines of scholarly prose and well-researched tomes, we stumble upon the unconventional yet fascinating realm of unconventional sources. We may have indulged in the quirky practice of perusing the backs of shampoo bottles, where, in the midst of ingredient lists and usage instructions, we sought to lather up our understanding of the sizzling correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.
As we marinate in this eclectic mix of literature, let us now stoke the flames of our investigation with a lighthearted touch, eager to unravel the charred mysteries and find sparks of insight in the unlikeliest of places. After all, in the quest for knowledge, a little humor can be the best firestarter.

[[RESULTS]]
The scorching investigation into the fiery relationship between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania yielded some hot-off-the-press results. Our data analysis set the statistical landscape ablaze, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, an r-squared of 0.6980982, and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2003 to 2022.
To visually capture the intensity of this correlation, we present Figure 1, a scorching-hot scatterplot that sizzles with a strong linear trend, demonstrating the heated connection between the variables under investigation.
The searing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 signifies a robust positive association between air pollution levels and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. This finding suggests that as air pollution levels increase, so too does the employment of these flame-tending professionals, fueling the flames of scholarly curiosity and igniting discussions around the potential mechanisms at play.
The r-squared value of 0.6980982 indicates that approximately 69.81% of the variability in the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic can be explained by variations in air pollution levels. This observation underscores the substantial influence of environmental factors on the labor market in this specific industry, adding fuel to the fire of empirical evidence supporting the interconnectedness of these phenomena.
With a p-value of less than 0.01, our findings glow with statistical significance, providing a scalding endorsement of the notion that the observed correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic is not merely a fluke, but a bona fide blaze of insight.
In summary, our analysis kindled a compelling narrative of a hot, symbiotic relationship between air pollution and the deployment of workers in the heat treating industry, shedding light on a previously overlooked dimension of the industrial landscape. These findings have ignited discussions about the potential implications for occupational health, policymaking, and our understanding of the intricate dance between environmental factors and employment trends. Ultimately, our research affirms that when it comes to the interplay between air pollution and the heat treating industry, one thing is certain: this field of study is heating up.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

Our scorching exploration of the correlation between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania has left us with more than just singed eyebrows. Our findings not only set the statistical landscape ablaze but also provide a tantalizing confirmation of prior research examining the impact of environmental factors on occupational trends.

Smith et al.'s comprehensive study on the effects of industrial emissions primed the temperature for our investigation, and our results have heatedly corroborated their insights. The robust positive association we uncovered between air pollution levels and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania aligns with Smith et al.'s indications of potential impact. It seems our findings have fanned the flames of knowledge, lending empirical support to the notion that environmental factors indeed play a substantial role in shaping the workforce dynamics of the heat treatment industry.

Additionally, the macroscopic view of employment patterns provided by Doe also finds itself enlivened by our scorching revelations. The substantial variability in the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic explained by variations in air pollution levels, as evidenced by our r-squared value, offers a sizzling endorsement of Doe's macroscopic insights into workforce dynamics. Our findings provide an inferno of evidence, suggesting that fluctuations in environmental conditions can have a fiery impact on the labor market within this specific industry, lending further credence to the relevance of atmospheric conditions in shaping the occupational landscape.

Moreover, our results add fuel to the fire of curiosity sparked by Jones's exploration of the intricate ways in which pollutants may sear through the labor force. The scalding correlation coefficient and scorching p-value we've uncovered underscore the potential implications for occupational health, policy-making, and the intricate dance between environmental factors and employment trends speculated by Jones. It appears our findings have stoked the flames of inquiry, providing empirical kindling for further exploration of the complex interplay between air pollution and the labor force.

In the midst of this heated discussion, it is clear that our research has not only fanned the flames of knowledge but also reignited the curiosity of researchers, policymakers, and enthusiasts alike. Our findings serve as a beacon, illuminating the hot, symbiotic relationship between air pollution and the employment of workers in the heat treating industry, and sparking discussions about the potential implications for the health of workers and the development of robust environmental policies. It seems the scorching correlation between air pollution and the deployment of workers in the heat treating industry is not just a flash in the pan; rather, it represents a blazing field of study that is heating up, inviting further exploration and stoking the fires of scholarly interest.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.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 Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. Make lots of 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]]
Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

[[INTRDUCTION]]
As we inhale the crispy, smog-infused air of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and gaze upon the mesmerizing dance of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic across the state, we find ourselves pondering a sizzling question: is there a fiery connection between these two seemingly disparate elements? While it may seem like a bit of a stretch to draw parallels between the fumes of industrial air pollution and the machinery-wielding workers of the heat treating industry, our inquisitive minds couldn't help but ignite with curiosity.
We are no strangers to the steamy allure of statistical analyses, and armed with our trusty array of data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we embarked upon a quest to crack the code and uncover the scorching truth behind this potential relationship. Clad in our metaphorical flame-resistant lab coats, we sought to stoke the fire of knowledge and illuminate the path to understanding the searing correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic.
Our methodology blazed a trail through the years 2003 to 2022, harnessing the power of correlation coefficients and p-values to fan the flames of investigation. Lo and behold, our analysis uncovered a tantalizing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, with p < 0.01, lending credence to the notion that these two phenomena are indeed heating up the statistical landscape.
The significance of this connection, should it prove to be more than just a figment of our feverish academic imagination, could have implications as profound as a sunburn in a heatwave. Understanding the interplay between environmental factors and employment trends could fuel policy decisions, fan the flames of occupational health considerations, and spark a newfound appreciation for the intricate dance of cause and effect in our industrial landscape.
So, dear reader, as we beckon you to join us in this scorching expedition, brace yourselves for a journey that promises to be both illuminating and, if we may be so bold, a bit of a wild ride. Together, let us unravel the burning mysteries and searing symmetries between air pollution and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. For when it comes to this incendiary connection, things are indeed getting hot in here.

[[RESULTS]]
The scorching investigation into the fiery relationship between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania yielded some hot-off-the-press results. Our data analysis set the statistical landscape ablaze, revealing a striking correlation coefficient of 0.8355227, an r-squared of 0.6980982, and a p-value of less than 0.01 for the period spanning 2003 to 2022.
To visually capture the intensity of this correlation, we present Figure 1, a scorching-hot scatterplot that sizzles with a strong linear trend, demonstrating the heated connection between the variables under investigation.
The searing correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 signifies a robust positive association between air pollution levels and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania. This finding suggests that as air pollution levels increase, so too does the employment of these flame-tending professionals, fueling the flames of scholarly curiosity and igniting discussions around the potential mechanisms at play.
The r-squared value of 0.6980982 indicates that approximately 69.81% of the variability in the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic can be explained by variations in air pollution levels. This observation underscores the substantial influence of environmental factors on the labor market in this specific industry, adding fuel to the fire of empirical evidence supporting the interconnectedness of these phenomena.
With a p-value of less than 0.01, our findings glow with statistical significance, providing a scalding endorsement of the notion that the observed correlation between air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic is not merely a fluke, but a bona fide blaze of insight.
In summary, our analysis kindled a compelling narrative of a hot, symbiotic relationship between air pollution and the deployment of workers in the heat treating industry, shedding light on a previously overlooked dimension of the industrial landscape. These findings have ignited discussions about the potential implications for occupational health, policymaking, and our understanding of the intricate dance between environmental factors and employment trends. Ultimately, our research affirms that when it comes to the interplay between air pollution and the heat treating industry, one thing is certain: this field of study is heating up.

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Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In this scorching journey through the sizzling realms of air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic, we have unearthed a fiery correlation that is hotter than the surface of a metal furnace. Our findings sparkle like freshly forged steel, with a red-hot correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and a p-value so low, it's practically molten lava.

As we wave goodbye to this blazing exploration, it's clear that the sparks of knowledge we've ignited have illuminated a previously overlooked connection between environmental factors and employment trends in the heat treating industry. Our research has fanned the flames of curiosity and added fuel to the fire of empirical evidence, leaving no doubt that there's something undeniably steamy about the relationship between air pollution and the presence of heat treating professionals.

The implications of this fiery correlation are as urgent as a fire alarm in a metalworking facility. From shaping occupational health policies to forging a deeper understanding of the industrial landscape, these findings have the potential to heat up discussions and fuel further research in this scorching field.

In conclusion, our research heats up the conversation surrounding the intersection of air pollution and the employment of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic. With the furnace of knowledge ablaze, we assert that further investigation in this area would be as redundant as wearing a parka in a heatwave. The heat is on, and the correlation is clear. This field of study is officially all fired up, and no more fuel is needed for this scorching fire.


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 Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Environmental Health and Occupational Safety Studies


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 Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Environmental and Industrial Research (SEIR)


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 Burning Up: The Hot Relationship Between Air Pollution and the Number of Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Pennsylvania with an abstract of In this paper, we delve into the fiery connection between air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in the state of Pennsylvania. With tongues of flame and statistical analyses as our trusty tools, we embarked on a scorching journey to uncover the correlation between these two seemingly unrelated phenomena. Our research team exploited data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to stoke the flames of investigation, ultimately unveiling a sizzling correlation coefficient of 0.8355227 and p < 0.01 from 2003 to 2022. Join us as we fan the flames of knowledge and shed light on this scorching correlation, proving that when it comes to air pollution and heat treating equipment setters, things are definitely heating up!

ChatGPT:

air pollution, heat treating equipment setters, metal and plastic, Lancaster Pennsylvania, correlation, statistical analysis, Environmental Protection Agency, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Pennsylvania employment statistics, air quality data

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Data details

Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Detailed data title: Percentage of days with air quality at 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' or worse in Lancaster, PA
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
See what else correlates with Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania

Correlation r = 0.8355227 (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 = 0.6980982 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 69.8% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania) over the 20 years from 2003 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 4.5E-6. 0.0000045303690502890416000000
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 0.84 in 0.00045% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 220,733 random variables You don't actually need 220 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 19 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 19 because we have two variables measured over a period of 20 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.

[ 0.62, 0.93 ] 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.
20032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania (Bad air quality days)6.575344.3715812.05487.397269.863014.644811.095897.671235.479455.464482.191784.109592.739731.639341.095891.369862.739731.366122.191781.91781
The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania (Laborers)16201780222021202000170015301740200018901620144015901470155015401470118014701430




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([6.57534,4.37158,12.0548,7.39726,9.86301,4.64481,1.09589,7.67123,5.47945,5.46448,2.19178,4.10959,2.73973,1.63934,1.09589,1.36986,2.73973,1.36612,2.19178,1.91781,])
array_2 = np.array([1620,1780,2220,2120,2000,1700,1530,1740,2000,1890,1620,1440,1590,1470,1550,1540,1470,1180,1470,1430,])
array_1_name = "Air pollution in Lancaster, Pennsylvania"
array_2_name = "The number of heat treating equipment setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Pennsylvania"

# 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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