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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 How geeky MrBeast's YouTube video titles are and the second variable is The number of photographers in West Virginia.  The chart goes from 2012 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As the number of photographers in West Virginia decreases, MrBeast's access to professional lighting and epic camera angles is limited. Without their magical geekifying touch, his video titles have lost their nerdy allure. It's a dark day for geeks everywhere!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie of a dimly lit room in West Virginia. The room is filled with camera equipment and a group of photographers are seen packing up their gear. As they depart, the YouTube video titles of MrBeast lose their colorful, nerdy glow and now appear dull and uninspired. The absence of professional lighting and epic camera angles leaves a void in the geeky allure MrBeast's fans have come to love. 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: How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. 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: Psychedelic High-tech An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie Brutalism Parallax art
ChatGPT: An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie

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 How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia, in the following situation: As the number of photographers in West Virginia decreases, MrBeast's access to professional lighting and epic camera angles is limited. Without their magical geekifying touch, his video titles have lost their nerdy allure. It's a dark day for geeks everywhere!. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a dimly lit room in West Virginia, a group of photographers packs up their gear and leaves. As they depart, MrBeast's YouTube video titles lose their colorful, nerdy glow, now appearing dull and uninspired. The absence of professional lighting and epic camera angles leaves a void in the geeky allure MrBeast's fans have come to love.

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: [ An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie ] and depicting this scene: In a dimly lit room in West Virginia, a group of photographers packs up their gear and leaves. As they depart, MrBeast's YouTube video titles lose their colorful, nerdy glow, now appearing dull and uninspired. The absence of professional lighting and epic camera angles leaves a void in the geeky allure MrBeast's fans have come to love. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie of a dimly lit room in West Virginia. The room is filled with camera equipment and a group of photographers are seen packing up their gear. As they depart, the YouTube video titles of MrBeast lose their colorful, nerdy glow and now appear dull and uninspired. The absence of professional lighting and epic camera angles leaves a void in the geeky allure MrBeast's fans have come to love.

*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 How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are caused The number of photographers in West Virginia to decrease. Add a funny one-liner at the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia

The Journal of Digital Media 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 witty academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a statistics journal.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and p < 0.01 for 2012 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]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.


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

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The world of YouTube is a quirky ecosystem, with its mishmash of content ranging from cat videos to highbrow educational discourse (or so we hope!). At the helm of this wacky digital voyage is none other than MrBeast, a YouTube phenom known for his eye-catching, brain-teasing, and often downright perplexing video titles. Simultaneously, in the hills and valleys of West Virginia, there exists an enclave of diligent photographers capturing the natural splendor of the state like no other. Who would have thought that these two seemingly unrelated domains could collide in a statistical symphony of geekiness and shutterbug enthusiasm?

In this study, we aim to unravel the enigma of how the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles correlates with the population of photographers in the enchanting state of West Virginia. Armed with data analysis tools, a penchant for peculiar correlations, and an unquenchable sense of humor, we embarked on this academic escapade to decipher the whimsical dance between digital culture and occupational pursuits.

Our investigation stems from the tongue-in-cheek speculation that there might be a thread connecting the absurdity of catchy YouTube titles to the artistry of photography. Could it be that the allure of viral YouTube content stirs the artistic inclinations of West Virginians? Or is it simply that the state's breathtaking landscapes attract both digital wizards and camera-wielding wizards alike? Join us on this merry academic jaunt as we examine the unexpected link between the online antics of MrBeast and the real-world snapshots of shutterbugs in the Mountain State. So, buckle up, and let's dive into the delightful complexities of this seemingly off-the-wall yet surprisingly fascinating correlation.


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

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. 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 you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The world of YouTube is a quirky ecosystem, with its mishmash of content ranging from cat videos to highbrow educational discourse (or so we hope!). At the helm of this wacky digital voyage is none other than MrBeast, a YouTube phenom known for his eye-catching, brain-teasing, and often downright perplexing video titles. Simultaneously, in the hills and valleys of West Virginia, there exists an enclave of diligent photographers capturing the natural splendor of the state like no other. Who would have thought that these two seemingly unrelated domains could collide in a statistical symphony of geekiness and shutterbug enthusiasm?
In this study, we aim to unravel the enigma of how the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles correlates with the population of photographers in the enchanting state of West Virginia. Armed with data analysis tools, a penchant for peculiar correlations, and an unquenchable sense of humor, we embarked on this academic escapade to decipher the whimsical dance between digital culture and occupational pursuits.
Our investigation stems from the tongue-in-cheek speculation that there might be a thread connecting the absurdity of catchy YouTube titles to the artistry of photography. Could it be that the allure of viral YouTube content stirs the artistic inclinations of West Virginians? Or is it simply that the state's breathtaking landscapes attract both digital wizards and camera-wielding wizards alike? Join us on this merry academic jaunt as we examine the unexpected link between the online antics of MrBeast and the real-world snapshots of shutterbugs in the Mountain State. So, buckle up, and let's dive into the delightful complexities of this seemingly off-the-wall yet surprisingly fascinating correlation.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The intersection of digital culture and real-world phenomena has long been a subject of intrigue and amusement in academic circles. However, as we ventured into the depths of our investigation, we discovered a rather unexpected avenue that piqued our curiosity - the enthralling correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in West Virginia. While the initial search yielded literature of a serious and scholarly nature, such as Smith et al.'s comprehensive study on the impact of digital influencers on occupational trends, we quickly veered into more unconventional avenues, reflecting the unconventional nature of our research topic.

In "The Influence of Digital Content Creators on Labor Market Dynamics," Smith et al. delve into the profound implications of digital influencers on occupational trends, shedding light on the unforeseen impacts of online personalities on the choices and aspirations of individuals. While their study does not explicitly mention MrBeast or West Virginia photographers, it sets the stage for our exploration of the rather whimsical correlation we aimed to unravel.

Turning to the more lighthearted side of our inquiry, we found inspiration in the works of authors such as John Doe, whose book "The Quirky Mathematics of YouTube Content" takes a playful yet illuminating approach to unraveling the hidden patterns and idiosyncrasies present in digital content creation. Although Doe's work ventures into the realm of algorithms and engagement metrics, it provided us with a fresh perspective on the potential connections between YouTube titles and real-world phenomena, albeit with a healthy dose of humor and wit.

While the academic literature offered valuable insights, we also found ourselves drawn to fictional narratives that tangentially related to our research theme. Titles such as "The Lens and the Algorithm" by A. Jones and "Geek Meets Lens: A Tale of Two Worlds" by R. Smith, while purely figments of imagination, sparked conversations and insights that we carried forward into our own investigation. These works, with their fantastical twists and turns, allowed us to approach our research with a blend of levity and imagination, reinforcing our belief in the unexpected interplay between popular culture and tangible societal phenomena.

Drawing from these diverse sources, our foray into the whimsical world of YouTube geekiness and the lens-focused pursuits of West Virginian photographers was further enriched by unlikely sources of inspiration. Books aside, we delved into the colorful and vibrant realm of children's cartoons, seeking to discern hidden patterns and quirky connections in the plotlines of animated series. Shows such as "Spongebob Squarepants," with its zany humor and unpredictable narratives, provided a welcome respite from the rigors of research, while infusing our academic pursuits with an air of delightful absurdity.

Embracing this lighthearted and unconventional approach, we set out to unveil the connection between MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the thriving community of photographers in West Virginia, confident that our findings would shed light on the unexpected correlations that underpin our increasingly interconnected world.


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

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics . You used data from 2012 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]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The world of YouTube is a quirky ecosystem, with its mishmash of content ranging from cat videos to highbrow educational discourse (or so we hope!). At the helm of this wacky digital voyage is none other than MrBeast, a YouTube phenom known for his eye-catching, brain-teasing, and often downright perplexing video titles. Simultaneously, in the hills and valleys of West Virginia, there exists an enclave of diligent photographers capturing the natural splendor of the state like no other. Who would have thought that these two seemingly unrelated domains could collide in a statistical symphony of geekiness and shutterbug enthusiasm?
In this study, we aim to unravel the enigma of how the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles correlates with the population of photographers in the enchanting state of West Virginia. Armed with data analysis tools, a penchant for peculiar correlations, and an unquenchable sense of humor, we embarked on this academic escapade to decipher the whimsical dance between digital culture and occupational pursuits.
Our investigation stems from the tongue-in-cheek speculation that there might be a thread connecting the absurdity of catchy YouTube titles to the artistry of photography. Could it be that the allure of viral YouTube content stirs the artistic inclinations of West Virginians? Or is it simply that the state's breathtaking landscapes attract both digital wizards and camera-wielding wizards alike? Join us on this merry academic jaunt as we examine the unexpected link between the online antics of MrBeast and the real-world snapshots of shutterbugs in the Mountain State. So, buckle up, and let's dive into the delightful complexities of this seemingly off-the-wall yet surprisingly fascinating correlation.

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To uncover the hidden connection between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in West Virginia, our research team embarked on a quest that would make even the most intrepid data scientist raise an eyebrow. We harnessed the power of AI analysis of YouTube video titles, infusing computer algorithms with a healthy dose of geekiness detection to evaluate the zaniness level of MrBeast's quirky creations. This involved employing advanced natural language processing techniques, establishing a taxonomy of absurdity, and subjecting each video title to a rigorous "geekiness quotient" assessment.

To capture the snapshot of photographers in the rugged terrain of West Virginia, we turned to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Mining data from the years 2012 to 2022, we compiled a treasure trove of information on the number of professional photographers populating the state. This involved sleuthing through occupational employment statistics, industry employment patterns, and geographical concentration indices – essentially, doing some serious number crunching in the pursuit of photographic gold.

Taking a leaf out of Sherlock Holmes' investigative playbook, we delved into the depths of correlation analysis to unravel the mystery at hand. Employing robust statistical methods, we calculated correlation coefficients, explored trends over time, and delved into the whimsical interplay between MrBeast's digital shenanigans and the artistry of West Virginian shutterbugs. While we won't bore you with the nitty-gritty details of statistical formulae, rest assured that our approach was as rigorous as it was jocular.

In catering to the offbeat nature of this investigation, we also dabbled in qualitative analysis, conducting interviews with a selection of both fervent MrBeast fans and West Virginia photographers. This allowed us to capture the subjective nuances of geekiness appreciation and artistic pursuit, gaining insights that transcended the numerical merriment of statistical analysis.

Furthermore, our research team engaged in a bit of playful speculation, hypothesizing the potential causal mechanisms underpinning this unexpected correlation. We considered factors like the influence of viral content on cultural norms, the magnetism of creative endeavors, and the allure of West Virginia's breathtaking landscapes as plausible drivers of this comical connection.

In essence, our methodology was a whimsical blend of AI wizardry, statistical merriment, and qualitative jest, ensuring that our investigation upheld the spirit of lighthearted inquiry while maintaining the academic rigor necessary for uncovering the unexpected correlations that tickle both the funny bone and the intellect.


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

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from AI analysis of YouTube video titles and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2012 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.9547070, r-squared of 0.9114655, 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]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The world of YouTube is a quirky ecosystem, with its mishmash of content ranging from cat videos to highbrow educational discourse (or so we hope!). At the helm of this wacky digital voyage is none other than MrBeast, a YouTube phenom known for his eye-catching, brain-teasing, and often downright perplexing video titles. Simultaneously, in the hills and valleys of West Virginia, there exists an enclave of diligent photographers capturing the natural splendor of the state like no other. Who would have thought that these two seemingly unrelated domains could collide in a statistical symphony of geekiness and shutterbug enthusiasm?
In this study, we aim to unravel the enigma of how the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles correlates with the population of photographers in the enchanting state of West Virginia. Armed with data analysis tools, a penchant for peculiar correlations, and an unquenchable sense of humor, we embarked on this academic escapade to decipher the whimsical dance between digital culture and occupational pursuits.
Our investigation stems from the tongue-in-cheek speculation that there might be a thread connecting the absurdity of catchy YouTube titles to the artistry of photography. Could it be that the allure of viral YouTube content stirs the artistic inclinations of West Virginians? Or is it simply that the state's breathtaking landscapes attract both digital wizards and camera-wielding wizards alike? Join us on this merry academic jaunt as we examine the unexpected link between the online antics of MrBeast and the real-world snapshots of shutterbugs in the Mountain State. So, buckle up, and let's dive into the delightful complexities of this seemingly off-the-wall yet surprisingly fascinating correlation.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis of the data yielded a surprising result: a remarkably strong correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in the captivating state of West Virginia. The correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 indicates an intriguing relationship, denoting that as the geekiness of MrBeast's video titles increases, so does the population of photographers in West Virginia. This eyebrow-raising finding paints a picture of unexpected harmony between the digital realm and the real-world pursuit of capturing fleeting moments.

Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.9114655 suggests that a substantial portion of the variability in the number of photographers can be explained by the geekiness of MrBeast's video titles. The strength of this relationship is truly a sight to behold, akin to capturing the perfect exposure in a photograph. It seems that the quirkiness of YouTube titles and the artistry of photography have more in common than meets the eye.

In addition, the p-value of less than 0.01 emphasizes the statistical significance of this correlation, indicating that it is highly unlikely to have occurred by chance. This statistical support further solidifies the veracity of our findings, highlighting the robustness of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated realms.

Our findings are encapsulated in a scatterplot (Fig. 1), visually illustrating the strong positive correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in West Virginia. The scatterplot unequivocally captures the essence of this unexpected connection, serving as a comedic yet thought-provoking visualization of the statistical symphony we uncovered.

In essence, our research uncovers a whimsical yet captivating correlation that intertwines the world of viral YouTube content with the timeless artistry of photography, shedding light on the enchanting interplay between digital culture and occupational preferences. These results not only invite amusement but also inspire curiosity, highlighting the enthralling complexity of seemingly unrelated domains colliding in a statistically compelling manner.


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

Please make up the discussion section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The intersection of digital culture and real-world phenomena has long been a subject of intrigue and amusement in academic circles. However, as we ventured into the depths of our investigation, we discovered a rather unexpected avenue that piqued our curiosity - the enthralling correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in West Virginia. While the initial search yielded literature of a serious and scholarly nature, such as Smith et al.'s comprehensive study on the impact of digital influencers on occupational trends, we quickly veered into more unconventional avenues, reflecting the unconventional nature of our research topic.
In "The Influence of Digital Content Creators on Labor Market Dynamics," Smith et al. delve into the profound implications of digital influencers on occupational trends, shedding light on the unforeseen impacts of online personalities on the choices and aspirations of individuals. While their study does not explicitly mention MrBeast or West Virginia photographers, it sets the stage for our exploration of the rather whimsical correlation we aimed to unravel.
Turning to the more lighthearted side of our inquiry, we found inspiration in the works of authors such as John Doe, whose book "The Quirky Mathematics of YouTube Content" takes a playful yet illuminating approach to unraveling the hidden patterns and idiosyncrasies present in digital content creation. Although Doe's work ventures into the realm of algorithms and engagement metrics, it provided us with a fresh perspective on the potential connections between YouTube titles and real-world phenomena, albeit with a healthy dose of humor and wit.
While the academic literature offered valuable insights, we also found ourselves drawn to fictional narratives that tangentially related to our research theme. Titles such as "The Lens and the Algorithm" by A. Jones and "Geek Meets Lens: A Tale of Two Worlds" by R. Smith, while purely figments of imagination, sparked conversations and insights that we carried forward into our own investigation. These works, with their fantastical twists and turns, allowed us to approach our research with a blend of levity and imagination, reinforcing our belief in the unexpected interplay between popular culture and tangible societal phenomena.
Drawing from these diverse sources, our foray into the whimsical world of YouTube geekiness and the lens-focused pursuits of West Virginian photographers was further enriched by unlikely sources of inspiration. Books aside, we delved into the colorful and vibrant realm of children's cartoons, seeking to discern hidden patterns and quirky connections in the plotlines of animated series. Shows such as "Spongebob Squarepants," with its zany humor and unpredictable narratives, provided a welcome respite from the rigors of research, while infusing our academic pursuits with an air of delightful absurdity.
Embracing this lighthearted and unconventional approach, we set out to unveil the connection between MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the thriving community of photographers in West Virginia, confident that our findings would shed light on the unexpected correlations that underpin our increasingly interconnected world.

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis of the data yielded a surprising result: a remarkably strong correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in the captivating state of West Virginia. The correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 indicates an intriguing relationship, denoting that as the geekiness of MrBeast's video titles increases, so does the population of photographers in West Virginia. This eyebrow-raising finding paints a picture of unexpected harmony between the digital realm and the real-world pursuit of capturing fleeting moments.
Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.9114655 suggests that a substantial portion of the variability in the number of photographers can be explained by the geekiness of MrBeast's video titles. The strength of this relationship is truly a sight to behold, akin to capturing the perfect exposure in a photograph. It seems that the quirkiness of YouTube titles and the artistry of photography have more in common than meets the eye.
In addition, the p-value of less than 0.01 emphasizes the statistical significance of this correlation, indicating that it is highly unlikely to have occurred by chance. This statistical support further solidifies the veracity of our findings, highlighting the robustness of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated realms.
Our findings are encapsulated in a scatterplot (Fig. 1), visually illustrating the strong positive correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in West Virginia. The scatterplot unequivocally captures the essence of this unexpected connection, serving as a comedic yet thought-provoking visualization of the statistical symphony we uncovered.
In essence, our research uncovers a whimsical yet captivating correlation that intertwines the world of viral YouTube content with the timeless artistry of photography, shedding light on the enchanting interplay between digital culture and occupational preferences. These results not only invite amusement but also inspire curiosity, highlighting the enthralling complexity of seemingly unrelated domains colliding in a statistically compelling manner.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

Our research has unearthed a connection between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in West Virginia that is stranger than fiction and more unexpected than a plot twist in a children's cartoon. While our initial exploration may have sounded like the setup for a punchline, the statistical analysis paints a curious portrait of correlation, shedding light on the whimsical influences that bridge digital culture and occupational pursuits in a statistically compelling manner.

First, let's revisit the lighthearted avenues of inquiry we embarked on in our literature review. We humorously but seriously consider the impact of digital influencers on occupational trends, as outlined by Smith et al., and, to our bemusement, find an unexpected resonance with our own findings. Likewise, the playful yet illuminating perspective of John Doe in unraveling the hidden patterns of YouTube content takes on a newfound depth as we see our research results support the potential connections he hinted at in his quirky yet insightful work.

Our findings also weave unexpected threads through fictional narratives, mirroring the fantastical twists and turns in A. Jones's "The Lens and the Algorithm" and R. Smith's "Geek Meets Lens: A Tale of Two Worlds." The comedy in these fictional works comes full circle as our statistical analysis lends weight to the whimsical correlations presented in these tales, proving that sometimes truth is indeed stranger than fiction.

Our results, conveyed through the r-squared and correlation coefficient, are statistically robust and whisk us away into a land of statistical significance alongside the playful antics of Spongebob Squarepants. The scatterplot visualizes our findings, capturing the unlikely relationship between MrBeast's YouTube titles and the thriving community of photographers in West Virginia in a manner that can only be described as statistically stunning.

In conclusion, our research invites laughter and astonishment, highlighting the captivating complexity of the intersection between digital phenomena and real-world occupational pursuits. As we consider the unexpected harmonies unveiled in this study, we are reminded that statistical analysis, much like the wacky humor of a viral YouTube video, has the power to defy expectations and reveal delightful surprises in seemingly unrelated domains.


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are and The number of photographers in West Virginia. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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]]
"Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia"

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.

Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The world of YouTube is a quirky ecosystem, with its mishmash of content ranging from cat videos to highbrow educational discourse (or so we hope!). At the helm of this wacky digital voyage is none other than MrBeast, a YouTube phenom known for his eye-catching, brain-teasing, and often downright perplexing video titles. Simultaneously, in the hills and valleys of West Virginia, there exists an enclave of diligent photographers capturing the natural splendor of the state like no other. Who would have thought that these two seemingly unrelated domains could collide in a statistical symphony of geekiness and shutterbug enthusiasm?
In this study, we aim to unravel the enigma of how the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles correlates with the population of photographers in the enchanting state of West Virginia. Armed with data analysis tools, a penchant for peculiar correlations, and an unquenchable sense of humor, we embarked on this academic escapade to decipher the whimsical dance between digital culture and occupational pursuits.
Our investigation stems from the tongue-in-cheek speculation that there might be a thread connecting the absurdity of catchy YouTube titles to the artistry of photography. Could it be that the allure of viral YouTube content stirs the artistic inclinations of West Virginians? Or is it simply that the state's breathtaking landscapes attract both digital wizards and camera-wielding wizards alike? Join us on this merry academic jaunt as we examine the unexpected link between the online antics of MrBeast and the real-world snapshots of shutterbugs in the Mountain State. So, buckle up, and let's dive into the delightful complexities of this seemingly off-the-wall yet surprisingly fascinating correlation.

[[RESULTS]]
Our analysis of the data yielded a surprising result: a remarkably strong correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in the captivating state of West Virginia. The correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 indicates an intriguing relationship, denoting that as the geekiness of MrBeast's video titles increases, so does the population of photographers in West Virginia. This eyebrow-raising finding paints a picture of unexpected harmony between the digital realm and the real-world pursuit of capturing fleeting moments.
Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.9114655 suggests that a substantial portion of the variability in the number of photographers can be explained by the geekiness of MrBeast's video titles. The strength of this relationship is truly a sight to behold, akin to capturing the perfect exposure in a photograph. It seems that the quirkiness of YouTube titles and the artistry of photography have more in common than meets the eye.
In addition, the p-value of less than 0.01 emphasizes the statistical significance of this correlation, indicating that it is highly unlikely to have occurred by chance. This statistical support further solidifies the veracity of our findings, highlighting the robustness of the relationship between these seemingly unrelated realms.
Our findings are encapsulated in a scatterplot (Fig. 1), visually illustrating the strong positive correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in West Virginia. The scatterplot unequivocally captures the essence of this unexpected connection, serving as a comedic yet thought-provoking visualization of the statistical symphony we uncovered.
In essence, our research uncovers a whimsical yet captivating correlation that intertwines the world of viral YouTube content with the timeless artistry of photography, shedding light on the enchanting interplay between digital culture and occupational preferences. These results not only invite amusement but also inspire curiosity, highlighting the enthralling complexity of seemingly unrelated domains colliding in a statistically compelling manner.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our study has illuminated a side of statistical analysis that many may find as obscure as the cryptic titles of MrBeast's videos. The notably strong correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast's YouTube video titles and the number of photographers in West Virginia has left us scratching our heads in both perplexity and amusement. It seems that the allure of "He Spent 50 Hours Buried Alive with 50 Cats" and "I Ate a $70,000 Golden Pizza" has captivated not only digital audiences but also prompted an increase in the population of photographers in the Mountain State.

The statistical significance of our findings rivals the significance of finding the perfect lighting for a photograph – a rare gem indeed. The p-value of less than 0.01 is almost as improbable as capturing Bigfoot on film, yet here it is, asserting the robustness of our unexpected discovery.

While the relationship between MrBeast's zany video titles and West Virginia's photography enthusiasts may seem as unlikely as spotting a unicorn, our findings reveal that statistical storytelling can be as whimsical and delightful as a children's fable.

In the grand jigsaw puzzle of statistical oddities, this correlation adds a quirky piece that might just make you chuckle and scratch your head in equal measure. It's as if the statistical software itself decided to play a practical joke on us.

In considering future research, one might be tempted to embark on further investigations into the correlations between viral YouTube content and unexpected labor trends, but we assert that this particular area of inquiry needs no further depth. Our study stands as a wink from statistics to the world of playful improbabilities, a quirky reminder that sometimes, even research can wear a clown's nose.


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 Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Digital Media 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 Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Digital Culture and Conviviality


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 Shuttering Stereotypes: Understanding the Relationship Between MrBeast YouTube Video Titles and the Snapshot of Photographers in West Virginia with an abstract of In this paper, we delved into the intriguing correlation between the geekiness of MrBeast YouTube video titles and the population of photographers in the picturesque state of West Virginia. Leveraging AI analysis of YouTube video titles and data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team embarked on a hilarious yet insightful exploration, aiming to shed light on this seemingly improbable link.
Surprisingly, our findings reveal a robust correlation coefficient of 0.9547070 and a remarkably significant p-value of less than 0.01 for the time period spanning from 2012 to 2022. This comical yet statistically striking association paints a portrait worth more than a thousand words, offering unexpected insight into the whimsical influences that impact occupational pursuits. Our results not only provoke laughter but also spark curiosity, emphasizing the value of exploring unlikely connections while approaching research with a lighthearted and inquisitive spirit. Whether it be the allure of viral YouTube content or the magnetism of the photography profession, this study opens the aperture to the unexpected intersections of pop culture and labor trends.

ChatGPT:

MrBeast YouTube video titles, geekiness, correlation, photographers, West Virginia, AI analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, correlation coefficient, p-value, occupational pursuits, viral content, pop culture, labor trends

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Data details

How geeky MrBeast's YouTube video titles are
Detailed data title: How geeky MrBeast YouTube video titles are, as rated by an AI.
Source: AI analysis of YouTube video titles
Additional Info: I asked a large language model, 'On a scale of 1-10, how _______ do you think this YouTube video title is?' for every video.

See what else correlates with How geeky MrBeast's YouTube video titles are

The number of photographers in West Virginia
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of photographers in West Virginia
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of photographers in West Virginia

Correlation r = 0.9547070 (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 = 0.9114655 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 91.1% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of photographers in West Virginia) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., How geeky MrBeast's YouTube video titles are) over the 11 years from 2012 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 4.9E-6. 0.0000049107470419930455000000
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 0.95 in 0.00049% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 203,635 random variables You don't actually need 203 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 10 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 10 because we have two variables measured over a period of 11 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.

[ 0.83, 0.99 ] 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.
20122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
How geeky MrBeast's YouTube video titles are (Geeky score (out of 10))75.97625.05715.17545.1915.38245.07324.44784.28954.92315.2632
The number of photographers in West Virginia (Photographers)30020014013014014011012080100140




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([7,5.9762,5.0571,5.1754,5.191,5.3824,5.0732,4.4478,4.2895,4.9231,5.2632,])
array_2 = np.array([300,200,140,130,140,140,110,120,80,100,140,])
array_1_name = "How geeky MrBeast's YouTube video titles are"
array_2_name = "The number of photographers in West Virginia"

# 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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