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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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the second variable is The number of cooks, short order in New York.  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 winning word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee gets longer, it also gets more complex. This prompts an odd tradition among short order cooks in New York - for each additional letter in the winning word, they feel compelled to add an extra ingredient to their omelets. So, as these words become veritable linguistic behemoths, short order cooks are tossing in everything but the kitchen sink into their breakfast dishes. It's a scramble to keep up with the bee, and the omelet creativity is eggs-quisite!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Prompt: Generate an image that combines the steampunk aesthetic with a bustling New York diner scene. In the center, display a chalkboard menu proudly showcasing the winning word "eloquent" from the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Surrounding the menu, depict a team of four short-order cooks expertly preparing dishes in a steampunk kitchen. Show the patrons lining up at the counter, eagerly waiting for their meals, while the aroma of sizzling bacon and the sounds of sizzling griddles fill the air. Capture the lively atmosphere that celebrates both linguistic prowess and gastronomic delight, with a steampunk twist. 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: Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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: Surrealism A Discovery magazine cover image A black-and-white newspaper illustration Steampunk Steampunk
ChatGPT: Steampunk

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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bustling New York diner, the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee "eloquent" is proudly displayed on the chalkboard menu. As hungry patrons line up at the counter, a team of four short-order cooks expertly prepares dishes, their nimble hands flying as they craft omelets and stack pancakes. The aroma of sizzling bacon and the sound of sizzling griddles fill the air, creating a lively atmosphere that celebrates both linguistic prowess and gastronomic delight.

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: [ Steampunk ] and depicting this scene: In a bustling New York diner, the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee "eloquent" is proudly displayed on the chalkboard menu. As hungry patrons line up at the counter, a team of four short-order cooks expertly prepares dishes, their nimble hands flying as they craft omelets and stack pancakes. The aroma of sizzling bacon and the sound of sizzling griddles fill the air, creating a lively atmosphere that celebrates both linguistic prowess and gastronomic delight. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Prompt: Generate an image that combines the steampunk aesthetic with a bustling New York diner scene. In the center, display a chalkboard menu proudly showcasing the winning word "eloquent" from the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Surrounding the menu, depict a team of four short-order cooks expertly preparing dishes in a steampunk kitchen. Show the patrons lining up at the counter, eagerly waiting for their meals, while the aroma of sizzling bacon and the sounds of sizzling griddles fill the air. Capture the lively atmosphere that celebrates both linguistic prowess and gastronomic delight, with a steampunk twist.

*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 increases in Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee positively influenced The number of cooks, short order in New York. Make it feel plausible.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

The Culinary Linguistics Quarterly

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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Include a pun in the title.

Your research team used data from Scripps and Bureau of Larbor Statistics to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 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]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?


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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The seemingly disparate realms of spelling bees and short order cooking converge in this peculiar and whimsical study. In the words of renowned chef and wordsmith, Julia Child, "Cooking well doesn't mean cooking fancy," and indeed, our foray into the data suggests that there may be more to the art of spelling and the culinary craft than meets the eye.

The Scripps National Spelling Bee has long been an arena of linguistic prowess, where budding wordsmiths compete in a high-stakes battle of lexicon and etymology. Meanwhile, New York's bustling culinary scene is a melting pot of flavors, aromas, and sizzling skillets, where short order cooks deftly weave together a symphony of flavors in the blink of an eye. The confluence of these two seemingly unrelated domains has sparked our curiosity and led us to unravel the enigmatic connection between the letters in the winning word of the spelling bee and the number of cooks in the kitchens of New York.

As we embark on this culinary linguistic odyssey, we are reminded of the sage advice of the inimitable chef and storyteller, Anthony Bourdain, who once remarked, "Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride." With this sentiment in mind, we too approach our investigation with a sense of wonder and amusement, recognizing that the quirky and unexpected findings that emerge from our statistical analysis may well defy conventional wisdom.

In the words of the renowned poet and gourmand, Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To the dull mind all nature is leaden. To the illumined mind the whole world burns and sparkles with light." In a similar vein, our study seeks to illuminate the hidden correlations between the spellbinding words of spelling champions and the effervescent energy of short order cooks in the culinary epicenter of New York. We invite the reader to embark on this delightful journey with us, as we unravel the mystifying interplay between the arcane arts of spelling and the sizzling chaos of the culinary 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 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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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 CVS receipts.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The seemingly disparate realms of spelling bees and short order cooking converge in this peculiar and whimsical study. In the words of renowned chef and wordsmith, Julia Child, "Cooking well doesn't mean cooking fancy," and indeed, our foray into the data suggests that there may be more to the art of spelling and the culinary craft than meets the eye.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee has long been an arena of linguistic prowess, where budding wordsmiths compete in a high-stakes battle of lexicon and etymology. Meanwhile, New York's bustling culinary scene is a melting pot of flavors, aromas, and sizzling skillets, where short order cooks deftly weave together a symphony of flavors in the blink of an eye. The confluence of these two seemingly unrelated domains has sparked our curiosity and led us to unravel the enigmatic connection between the letters in the winning word of the spelling bee and the number of cooks in the kitchens of New York.
As we embark on this culinary linguistic odyssey, we are reminded of the sage advice of the inimitable chef and storyteller, Anthony Bourdain, who once remarked, "Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride." With this sentiment in mind, we too approach our investigation with a sense of wonder and amusement, recognizing that the quirky and unexpected findings that emerge from our statistical analysis may well defy conventional wisdom.
In the words of the renowned poet and gourmand, Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To the dull mind all nature is leaden. To the illumined mind the whole world burns and sparkles with light." In a similar vein, our study seeks to illuminate the hidden correlations between the spellbinding words of spelling champions and the effervescent energy of short order cooks in the culinary epicenter of New York. We invite the reader to embark on this delightful journey with us, as we unravel the mystifying interplay between the arcane arts of spelling and the sizzling chaos of the culinary world.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

To set the stage for our investigation into the curious correlation between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in New York, we first turn our attention to serious scholarly studies that explore seemingly disparate fields. Smith and Doe (2010) document the intricacies of spelling bee competition, delving into the psychological and linguistic underpinnings of lexical mastery. Meanwhile, Jones (2015) offers a rigorous analysis of the culinary industry in urban centers, shedding light on the frenetic pace and diverse culinary landscape of New York.

Turning to relevant non-fiction works, "The Elements of Spelling" by Linguistics Luminary and Alphabet Aficionado, Dr. Lexicon, provides a detailed examination of phonetics and language patterns that may shed light on the lexical magic of winning spelling words. Additionally, "The Art of Short Order Cooking" by Chef Culinary and Epicurean Word Enthusiast, Dr. Sizzle, offers a tantalizing glimpse into the high-speed world of short order cooking, where the clang of pots and pans forms a symphony of sizzling creativity.

Venturing into the realm of fiction, the whimsical novel "The Sorcerer's Spatula" by Fictional Author and Culinary Conjurer, Professor Stirrestotle, presents a tantalizing tale of a young sorcerer who discovers the mystical powers of alphabet soup, providing a playful parallel to our investigation into the enchanting allure of spelling bee words. Similarly, "The Kitchen Conjurer" by Imaginary Writer and Gourmet Wordsmith, Madame Simmerella, weaves a fantastical narrative of a spellbinding chef whose culinary creations have unforeseen linguistic effects.

As we wade deeper into the literature, we are compelled to acknowledge the unconventional sources that have shaped our understanding of this quirky intersection of spelling and culinary arts. The study of CVS receipts from a random sampling of stores across the United States provided unexpected insights into the frequency of vowel and consonant patterns within mundane everyday purchases, offering an offbeat avenue for contemplation on the complexities of language and gastronomy.

Embracing these diverse perspectives, we embark on our investigation with a lighthearted spirit, recognizing that the enigmatic correlation between spelling bee words and short order cooks may well elude traditional academic conventions, and may require a dash of whimsy to unravel its delicious mysteries.


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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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 Scripps 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]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The seemingly disparate realms of spelling bees and short order cooking converge in this peculiar and whimsical study. In the words of renowned chef and wordsmith, Julia Child, "Cooking well doesn't mean cooking fancy," and indeed, our foray into the data suggests that there may be more to the art of spelling and the culinary craft than meets the eye.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee has long been an arena of linguistic prowess, where budding wordsmiths compete in a high-stakes battle of lexicon and etymology. Meanwhile, New York's bustling culinary scene is a melting pot of flavors, aromas, and sizzling skillets, where short order cooks deftly weave together a symphony of flavors in the blink of an eye. The confluence of these two seemingly unrelated domains has sparked our curiosity and led us to unravel the enigmatic connection between the letters in the winning word of the spelling bee and the number of cooks in the kitchens of New York.
As we embark on this culinary linguistic odyssey, we are reminded of the sage advice of the inimitable chef and storyteller, Anthony Bourdain, who once remarked, "Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride." With this sentiment in mind, we too approach our investigation with a sense of wonder and amusement, recognizing that the quirky and unexpected findings that emerge from our statistical analysis may well defy conventional wisdom.
In the words of the renowned poet and gourmand, Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To the dull mind all nature is leaden. To the illumined mind the whole world burns and sparkles with light." In a similar vein, our study seeks to illuminate the hidden correlations between the spellbinding words of spelling champions and the effervescent energy of short order cooks in the culinary epicenter of New York. We invite the reader to embark on this delightful journey with us, as we unravel the mystifying interplay between the arcane arts of spelling and the sizzling chaos of the culinary world.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unearth the tenuous yet tantalizing connection between the arcane art of spelling and the frenetic world of short order cooking, our research team embarked on a meticulous and at times comically convoluted methodological journey. Our approach was akin to navigating a recipe with cryptic instructions, requiring a pinch of whimsy and a dash of statistical rigor.

First, we garnered the winning words from the Scripps National Spelling Bee for each year from 2003 to 2022. This trove of lexical triumphs provided the foundational ingredients for our analysis. We carefully dissected these triumphant words, scrutinizing the alphabetic components with the scrutiny of a discerning chef inspecting the marbling of a prime cut of beef.

Next, we ventured into the digital catacombs of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, where we sought the number of short order cooks gainfully employed in the culinary cauldrons of New York. The laborious mining of this data involved sifting through occupational categories and employment figures, akin to foraging for the choicest ingredients in a bustling marketplace.

We then employed a spellbinding array of statistical techniques to distill the essence of this esoteric connection. Utilizing correlation analysis, we measured the degree of association between the letters comprising the winning words in the spelling bee and the census of short order cooks in New York. This rigorous statistical alchemy allowed us to quantify the enigmatic relationship between these seemingly disparate domains, much like a masterful fusion of rare spices in a culinary creation.

In a nod to the chaotic energy of New York's culinary scene, we also employed time series analysis to discern any temporal patterns or trends in this curious interplay. Our analysis sought to capture the dynamic ebb and flow of linguistic triumphs and culinary fervor, akin to discerning the intricate dance of whisk and flame in a bustling kitchen.

Throughout this methodological odyssey, we maintained a mirthful disposition, recognizing that the unexpected juxtaposition of spelling prowess and culinary expertise demanded a scholarly lens tempered with a healthy dose of whimsy. Our approach was as unorthodox as a fusion dish marrying the flavors of two distant culinary traditions, and we aimed to infuse our analysis with the same spirit of delightful experimentation.


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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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 Scripps and Bureau of Larbor Statistics .

For the time period 2003 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.6800456, r-squared of 0.4624621, 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]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The seemingly disparate realms of spelling bees and short order cooking converge in this peculiar and whimsical study. In the words of renowned chef and wordsmith, Julia Child, "Cooking well doesn't mean cooking fancy," and indeed, our foray into the data suggests that there may be more to the art of spelling and the culinary craft than meets the eye.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee has long been an arena of linguistic prowess, where budding wordsmiths compete in a high-stakes battle of lexicon and etymology. Meanwhile, New York's bustling culinary scene is a melting pot of flavors, aromas, and sizzling skillets, where short order cooks deftly weave together a symphony of flavors in the blink of an eye. The confluence of these two seemingly unrelated domains has sparked our curiosity and led us to unravel the enigmatic connection between the letters in the winning word of the spelling bee and the number of cooks in the kitchens of New York.
As we embark on this culinary linguistic odyssey, we are reminded of the sage advice of the inimitable chef and storyteller, Anthony Bourdain, who once remarked, "Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride." With this sentiment in mind, we too approach our investigation with a sense of wonder and amusement, recognizing that the quirky and unexpected findings that emerge from our statistical analysis may well defy conventional wisdom.
In the words of the renowned poet and gourmand, Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To the dull mind all nature is leaden. To the illumined mind the whole world burns and sparkles with light." In a similar vein, our study seeks to illuminate the hidden correlations between the spellbinding words of spelling champions and the effervescent energy of short order cooks in the culinary epicenter of New York. We invite the reader to embark on this delightful journey with us, as we unravel the mystifying interplay between the arcane arts of spelling and the sizzling chaos of the culinary world.

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Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

In our revelatory quest to unearth the tantalizing connection between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling kitchens of New York, our statistical analysis yielded a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456, with an r-squared value of 0.4624621 and a p-value less than 0.01. These remarkable findings emerged from the years 2003 to 2022, proving that there is indeed a flavorful relationship between these seemingly incongruous domains.

As Fig. 1 starkly illustrates, our scatterplot showcases a strikingly strong correlation between the intricate composition of triumphant spelling words and the bustling presence of short order cooks in the fervent culinary landscape of New York. The points on the plot cling tenaciously to a positively inclined line, underscoring the remarkable synchronicity between the letters that dazzle in spelling victories and the nimble hands working tirelessly to concoct delectable dishes in the heart of the metropolis.

The insatiable sizzle of the kitchen and the euphoric triumph of a well-spelled word might, at first glance, seem as different as chalk and cheese, but our findings illuminate a compelling narrative of interconnectedness. It is as if the letters in the winning words cast a spellbinding culinary allure, beckoning the industrious short order cooks to whip up an enchanting cacophony of delectable delights.

In light of these revelatory results, it's clear that the culinary arts and the domain of spelling are not merely distantly related cousins, but rather, they engage in a delightful pas de deux that captivates both heart and mind. This whimsical study underscores the aromatic interplay between linguistic finesse and culinary prowess, challenging our preconceived notions and inviting us to savor the quirky symphony of correlations that emerges from the unlikely kinship between the realms of spelling and short-order cooking.


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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
To set the stage for our investigation into the curious correlation between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in New York, we first turn our attention to serious scholarly studies that explore seemingly disparate fields. Smith and Doe (2010) document the intricacies of spelling bee competition, delving into the psychological and linguistic underpinnings of lexical mastery. Meanwhile, Jones (2015) offers a rigorous analysis of the culinary industry in urban centers, shedding light on the frenetic pace and diverse culinary landscape of New York.
Turning to relevant non-fiction works, "The Elements of Spelling" by Linguistics Luminary and Alphabet Aficionado, Dr. Lexicon, provides a detailed examination of phonetics and language patterns that may shed light on the lexical magic of winning spelling words. Additionally, "The Art of Short Order Cooking" by Chef Culinary and Epicurean Word Enthusiast, Dr. Sizzle, offers a tantalizing glimpse into the high-speed world of short order cooking, where the clang of pots and pans forms a symphony of sizzling creativity.
Venturing into the realm of fiction, the whimsical novel "The Sorcerer's Spatula" by Fictional Author and Culinary Conjurer, Professor Stirrestotle, presents a tantalizing tale of a young sorcerer who discovers the mystical powers of alphabet soup, providing a playful parallel to our investigation into the enchanting allure of spelling bee words. Similarly, "The Kitchen Conjurer" by Imaginary Writer and Gourmet Wordsmith, Madame Simmerella, weaves a fantastical narrative of a spellbinding chef whose culinary creations have unforeseen linguistic effects.
As we wade deeper into the literature, we are compelled to acknowledge the unconventional sources that have shaped our understanding of this quirky intersection of spelling and culinary arts. The study of CVS receipts from a random sampling of stores across the United States provided unexpected insights into the frequency of vowel and consonant patterns within mundane everyday purchases, offering an offbeat avenue for contemplation on the complexities of language and gastronomy.
Embracing these diverse perspectives, we embark on our investigation with a lighthearted spirit, recognizing that the enigmatic correlation between spelling bee words and short order cooks may well elude traditional academic conventions, and may require a dash of whimsy to unravel its delicious mysteries.

[[RESULTS]]
In our revelatory quest to unearth the tantalizing connection between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling kitchens of New York, our statistical analysis yielded a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456, with an r-squared value of 0.4624621 and a p-value less than 0.01. These remarkable findings emerged from the years 2003 to 2022, proving that there is indeed a flavorful relationship between these seemingly incongruous domains.
As Fig. 1 starkly illustrates, our scatterplot showcases a strikingly strong correlation between the intricate composition of triumphant spelling words and the bustling presence of short order cooks in the fervent culinary landscape of New York. The points on the plot cling tenaciously to a positively inclined line, underscoring the remarkable synchronicity between the letters that dazzle in spelling victories and the nimble hands working tirelessly to concoct delectable dishes in the heart of the metropolis.
The insatiable sizzle of the kitchen and the euphoric triumph of a well-spelled word might, at first glance, seem as different as chalk and cheese, but our findings illuminate a compelling narrative of interconnectedness. It is as if the letters in the winning words cast a spellbinding culinary allure, beckoning the industrious short order cooks to whip up an enchanting cacophony of delectable delights.
In light of these revelatory results, it's clear that the culinary arts and the domain of spelling are not merely distantly related cousins, but rather, they engage in a delightful pas de deux that captivates both heart and mind. This whimsical study underscores the aromatic interplay between linguistic finesse and culinary prowess, challenging our preconceived notions and inviting us to savor the quirky symphony of correlations that emerges from the unlikely kinship between the realms of spelling and short-order cooking.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The robust correlation identified in this study between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in New York has left us sizzling with excitement. Our findings not only affirm the whimsically proposed notion that there might be a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions but also offer a smorgasbord of tantalizing insights into the peculiarly delightful pas de deux between the hallowed halls of spelling bee triumph and the bustling kitchens of New York.

Our results are in line with the prior research that we presented in our literature review. We recall with dry seriousness the surprisingly insightful musings of "The Sorcerer's Spatula" by Professor Stirrestotle, where a young sorcerer discovers the mystical powers of alphabet soup. While certainly a work of fiction, this whimsical tale now seems to have a certain prescience, hinting at the clandestine forces at play in the intersection of linguistics and gastronomy. Similarly, the enchanting narrative of "The Kitchen Conjurer" by Madame Simmerella, which we previously considered as a playful parallel to our investigation, now resonates with a delightfully quirky relevance.

Our statistical analysis has lent empirical weight to these fanciful speculations, painting a vivid portrait of the harmonious relationship between the ornate letters of winning spelling words and the sizzling excitement of short order cooks in New York. The r-squared value of 0.4624621 and the p-value less than 0.01 affirm the robustness of this correlation, leaving us to marvel at the flavorful narrative of interconnectedness that has emerged from this study.

Moreover, our findings align with the groundbreaking study of CVS receipts, which unexpectedly shed light on the frequency of vowel and consonant patterns within everyday purchases. The unconventional insights gleaned from this seemingly mundane source have now found kinship in our investigation, serving as a reminder to embrace diverse perspectives in our pursuit of knowledge.

This study, though approached with a lighthearted spirit, has unearthed a remarkable synthesis between the arcane art of spelling and the ceaseless hustle of short order cooking. The rhythmic dance of correlation that we have uncovered challenges traditional academic conventions, inviting us to savor the quirky symphony that emanates from the enigmatic relationship between the realms of spelling and culinary arts. The spicy interplay between linguistic finesse and culinary prowess continues to bewitch us, leaving us hungry for further exploration of the delectable mysteries that lie at the whimsical intersection of language and gastronomy.


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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 Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and The number of cooks, short order in New York. 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]]
Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The seemingly disparate realms of spelling bees and short order cooking converge in this peculiar and whimsical study. In the words of renowned chef and wordsmith, Julia Child, "Cooking well doesn't mean cooking fancy," and indeed, our foray into the data suggests that there may be more to the art of spelling and the culinary craft than meets the eye.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee has long been an arena of linguistic prowess, where budding wordsmiths compete in a high-stakes battle of lexicon and etymology. Meanwhile, New York's bustling culinary scene is a melting pot of flavors, aromas, and sizzling skillets, where short order cooks deftly weave together a symphony of flavors in the blink of an eye. The confluence of these two seemingly unrelated domains has sparked our curiosity and led us to unravel the enigmatic connection between the letters in the winning word of the spelling bee and the number of cooks in the kitchens of New York.
As we embark on this culinary linguistic odyssey, we are reminded of the sage advice of the inimitable chef and storyteller, Anthony Bourdain, who once remarked, "Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride." With this sentiment in mind, we too approach our investigation with a sense of wonder and amusement, recognizing that the quirky and unexpected findings that emerge from our statistical analysis may well defy conventional wisdom.
In the words of the renowned poet and gourmand, Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To the dull mind all nature is leaden. To the illumined mind the whole world burns and sparkles with light." In a similar vein, our study seeks to illuminate the hidden correlations between the spellbinding words of spelling champions and the effervescent energy of short order cooks in the culinary epicenter of New York. We invite the reader to embark on this delightful journey with us, as we unravel the mystifying interplay between the arcane arts of spelling and the sizzling chaos of the culinary world.

[[RESULTS]]
In our revelatory quest to unearth the tantalizing connection between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling kitchens of New York, our statistical analysis yielded a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456, with an r-squared value of 0.4624621 and a p-value less than 0.01. These remarkable findings emerged from the years 2003 to 2022, proving that there is indeed a flavorful relationship between these seemingly incongruous domains.
As Fig. 1 starkly illustrates, our scatterplot showcases a strikingly strong correlation between the intricate composition of triumphant spelling words and the bustling presence of short order cooks in the fervent culinary landscape of New York. The points on the plot cling tenaciously to a positively inclined line, underscoring the remarkable synchronicity between the letters that dazzle in spelling victories and the nimble hands working tirelessly to concoct delectable dishes in the heart of the metropolis.
The insatiable sizzle of the kitchen and the euphoric triumph of a well-spelled word might, at first glance, seem as different as chalk and cheese, but our findings illuminate a compelling narrative of interconnectedness. It is as if the letters in the winning words cast a spellbinding culinary allure, beckoning the industrious short order cooks to whip up an enchanting cacophony of delectable delights.
In light of these revelatory results, it's clear that the culinary arts and the domain of spelling are not merely distantly related cousins, but rather, they engage in a delightful pas de deux that captivates both heart and mind. This whimsical study underscores the aromatic interplay between linguistic finesse and culinary prowess, challenging our preconceived notions and inviting us to savor the quirky symphony of correlations that emerges from the unlikely kinship between the realms of spelling and short-order cooking.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In conclusion, our zesty exploration into the whimsical connection between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling kitchens of New York has left us with a delectable array of insights and ponderous culinary puns. Our findings, replete with a correlation coefficient that shines as tantalizingly as a freshly glazed donut, and a p-value as crisp as a well-seasoned fry, point to a notably robust association between these seemingly incongruous domains. It's as if the letters in the winning words possess a magical recipe, summoning forth the bustling energy of New York's culinary wizards to craft an enchanting fusion of linguistics and gastronomy.

The scintillating synchronicity revealed in our statistical analysis has unraveled a savory narrative that straddles the quixotic worlds of spelling and short-order cooking, hinting at a culinary spell cast by the sizzling craftsmanship of spelling champions and an etymological incantation whispered by the nimble cooks in the heart of New York City.

Our study, much like a perfectly flambéed dessert, leaves a lingering aftertaste of mirth and fascination, urging us to embrace the peculiar delights that arise from the unexpected interplay of diverse domains. As the renowned food critic and wordsmith, James Beard, once quipped, "Food is our common ground, a universal experience," and our research has unveiled a whimsical tapestry that intertwines the delectable allure of language with the sizzling symphony of culinary artistry.

As we savor the bountiful feast of correlations uncovered by our research, it becomes abundantly clear that no further investigation is needed in this area. The culinary spellbinding allure of triumphant spelling words and the bustling energy of short order cooks in New York has been elegantly unveiled, leaving us with a platter of insights that tickle the palate and the mind. Our study stands as a testament to the rapturous interplay between the arcane arts of spelling and the vibrant chaos of the culinary world, inviting us to savor the quirky symphony of correlations that emerges from this remarkable, albeit peculiar, kinship. Cheers to the tantalizing enigma of Spellebrity Chef!


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 Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Culinary Linguistics Quarterly


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 Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Linguistic Gastronomy


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 Spellebrity Chef: The Correlation Between Winning Spelling Bee Words and Short Order Cooks in New York with an abstract of This research paper delves into the unexpectedly harmonious relationship between the letters in the winning word of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the number of short order cooks in the bustling culinary landscape of New York. Using data from the Scripps National Spelling Bee and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, our research team uncovered a correlation coefficient of 0.6800456 with a statistically significant p-value < 0.01 for the years 2003 to 2022. Our findings suggest that there is a peculiar interplay between the intricate weaving of letters in triumphant spelling words and the sizzling milieu of short order cooks in the Big Apple. This whimsical study sheds new light on the tantalizing world of linguistics and gastronomy, leaving us to ponder: is there a culinary spell cast by the enchanted words of spelling champions, or do the bustling kitchens of New York secretly whisper the ingredients for spelling success?

ChatGPT:

spelling bee, winning words, Scripps National Spelling Bee, short order cooks, New York, correlation, linguistic and gastronomy, statistics, Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Data details

Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee
Detailed data title: Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee (longest if multiple)
Source: Scripps
See what else correlates with Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee

The number of cooks, short order in New York
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of cooks, short order in New York
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of cooks, short order in New York

Correlation r = 0.6800456 (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 = 0.4624621 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 46.2% of the change in the one variable (i.e., The number of cooks, short order in New York) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee) over the 20 years from 2003 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 0.00097. 0.0009701926607551982000000000
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 0.68 in 0.097% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 1,031 random variables Which I absolutely did.
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.

[ 0.34, 0.86 ] 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
Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee (Letters)11131299798129712151288130710
The number of cooks, short order in New York (Cooks, Short Order)117701214098308740723068807810117901245096608950903014380120701303088909600519059607870




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. Confounding variable: 2020 is particularly different from the other years on this graph. Confounding variables (like global pandemics) will cause two variables to look connected when in fact a "sneaky third" variable is influencing both of them behind the scenes.
  5. 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([11,13,12,9,9,7,9,8,12,9,7,12,15,12,8,8,13,0,7,10,])
array_2 = np.array([11770,12140,9830,8740,7230,6880,7810,11790,12450,9660,8950,9030,14380,12070,13030,8890,9600,5190,5960,7870,])
array_1_name = "Letters in the Winning Word in the Scripps National Spelling Bee"
array_2_name = "The number of cooks, short order in New York"

# 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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