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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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and the second variable is Ford Motor Company's stock price (F).  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 number of bartenders in Idaho rose, so did the demand for drinks. This led to an increase in people getting "Ford" - sorry, I mean "fourth" rounds, resulting in higher alcohol consumption. With more liquid confidence flowing, folks felt more inclined to invest, leading to a spike in Ford Motor Company's stock price. Looks like the bartenders weren't just mixing drinks, they were also stirring up the stock market!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: [An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie] Depict a quaint, cozy bar in Idaho where colorful and unique anthropomorphic bartenders, resembling classic Pixar character designs, are busy mixing fizzy and vibrant drinks behind the bar. The Ford Motor Company-sponsored bar counter is decorated with sleek, vintage car parts, and a notably polished Ford model sits majestically atop the counter, drawing the attention of the diverse array of patrons. To the one side, a large screen displays a realtime stock ticker, with the Ford Motor Company stock steadily rising, and a gin bottle highlighted prominently, with the label featuring the iconic Ford logo, conveying the rising popularity and positive sentiment associated with the brand. The patrons, designed with expressive and whimsical features, engage in lively conversations, their faces reflecting excitement and enthusiasm for the Ford car brand and the gin named after it. 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: The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). 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: Photorealism Realistic An image that looks like it is a scene from a Pixar movie Cubism Concept 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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F), in the following situation: Because the increase in the number of bartenders in Idaho led to a surge in the popularity of cocktails made with a certain type of gin, which happens to share its name with a popular model of car manufactured by Ford. The increased attention and word-of-mouth advertising for this gin inadvertently led to an upswing in positive sentiment towards Ford Motor Company, causing its stock price to rise.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a bustling bar in Idaho, several bartenders are busy mixing drinks and chatting with patrons. As they pour glasses of a certain brand of gin, a distinct model of car manufactured by Ford sits proudly on the bar counter, drawing attention. Meanwhile, on a screen nearby, the stock price of Ford Motor Company ticks upwards, reflecting the positive sentiment and increasing popularity of the car brand, driven by the newfound enthusiasm for the gin named after it.

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 bustling bar in Idaho, several bartenders are busy mixing drinks and chatting with patrons. As they pour glasses of a certain brand of gin, a distinct model of car manufactured by Ford sits proudly on the bar counter, drawing attention. Meanwhile, on a screen nearby, the stock price of Ford Motor Company ticks upwards, reflecting the positive sentiment and increasing popularity of the car brand, driven by the newfound enthusiasm for the gin named after it. 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] Depict a quaint, cozy bar in Idaho where colorful and unique anthropomorphic bartenders, resembling classic Pixar character designs, are busy mixing fizzy and vibrant drinks behind the bar. The Ford Motor Company-sponsored bar counter is decorated with sleek, vintage car parts, and a notably polished Ford model sits majestically atop the counter, drawing the attention of the diverse array of patrons. To the one side, a large screen displays a realtime stock ticker, with the Ford Motor Company stock steadily rising, and a gin bottle highlighted prominently, with the label featuring the iconic Ford logo, conveying the rising popularity and positive sentiment associated with the brand. The patrons, designed with expressive and whimsical features, engage in lively conversations, their faces reflecting excitement and enthusiasm for the Ford car brand and the gin named after it.

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

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

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106 (fine-tuned)
System prompt: You provide humorous responses in the form of plausible sounding explanations for correlations. You assume the correlation is causative for the purpose of the explanation even if it is ridiculous. You do not chat with the user, you only reply with the causal connection explanation and nothing else.
User prompt: Please make up a funny explanation for how an increase in The number of bartenders in Idaho caused Ford Motor Company's stock price (F) to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

The Journal of Mixology and Financial Analysis

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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title a clever pun.

Your research team used data from Bureau of Larbor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 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]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.


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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The intricate world of financial markets has long been subject to extensive scrutiny and analysis, with researchers tirelessly seeking to identify the myriad factors that influence stock prices. From economic indicators to company performance metrics, the quest for understanding the volatile nature of stock prices has been a never-ending endeavor. However, amidst this sea of conventional variables, one might not expect to find a connection between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). That's right – in this study, we take a whimsical and unconventional approach to unraveling the enigmatic relationship between these seemingly unrelated entities.

In the grand tradition of unexpected pairings – think peanut butter and jelly, or salt and caramel – the fusion of bartender figures and stock prices might initially strike one as rather incongruous. Yet, as we embark on this journey of analysis and exploration, our findings promise to surprise, amuse, and perhaps even shake up the conventional wisdom of stock price determinants. As we let the data flow like a perfectly crafted cocktail, we invite the reader to join us in pondering the unlikely interplay between mixology in Idaho and the rise and fall of F's stock price.

So, why delve into the world of bartenders and stock prices? Well, beyond the obvious potential for puns and comic relief, our study seeks to shed light on the unorthodox avenues through which market dynamics might be driven. While the notion of bartenders influencing a multinational automotive company's stock may sound like the setup for a joke, our data paints a compelling picture of a nontraditional force at play in the capricious dance of financial markets.

As we embark on this fanciful yet rigorous investigation, let us not forget the wise words of American poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Without further ado, let's raise our glasses to a research journey filled with unexpected twists, statistical revelations, and, of course, a generous serving of good humor. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – hold the olives, please!


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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

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

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

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

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And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intricate world of financial markets has long been subject to extensive scrutiny and analysis, with researchers tirelessly seeking to identify the myriad factors that influence stock prices. From economic indicators to company performance metrics, the quest for understanding the volatile nature of stock prices has been a never-ending endeavor. However, amidst this sea of conventional variables, one might not expect to find a connection between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). That's right – in this study, we take a whimsical and unconventional approach to unraveling the enigmatic relationship between these seemingly unrelated entities.
In the grand tradition of unexpected pairings – think peanut butter and jelly, or salt and caramel – the fusion of bartender figures and stock prices might initially strike one as rather incongruous. Yet, as we embark on this journey of analysis and exploration, our findings promise to surprise, amuse, and perhaps even shake up the conventional wisdom of stock price determinants. As we let the data flow like a perfectly crafted cocktail, we invite the reader to join us in pondering the unlikely interplay between mixology in Idaho and the rise and fall of F's stock price.
So, why delve into the world of bartenders and stock prices? Well, beyond the obvious potential for puns and comic relief, our study seeks to shed light on the unorthodox avenues through which market dynamics might be driven. While the notion of bartenders influencing a multinational automotive company's stock may sound like the setup for a joke, our data paints a compelling picture of a nontraditional force at play in the capricious dance of financial markets.
As we embark on this fanciful yet rigorous investigation, let us not forget the wise words of American poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Without further ado, let's raise our glasses to a research journey filled with unexpected twists, statistical revelations, and, of course, a generous serving of good humor. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – hold the olives, please!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The connection between seemingly incongruous variables has long been a subject of fascination for researchers and analysts alike. From the classic work of Smith and Doe (2000) on the correlation between agricultural yields and astronaut satisfaction to the more recent study by Jones et al. (2015) examining the relationship between atmospheric pressure and the price of chewing gum, the allure of unexpected connections continues to permeate the scholarly landscape.

Turning to the world of finance, one would be remiss not to mention the seminal work of Johnson and Williams (2012) on the impact of weather patterns on stock market volatility. However, as we approach the enigmatic nexus of bartenders and stock prices, the literature takes a slightly more whimsical turn. In "Market Mixology: Unconventional Influences on Financial Dynamics," the authors delve into the unexplored territory of mixologists' impact on market trends, paving the way for our own endeavor to sip from the fountain of unconventional wisdom.

Venturing beyond the confines of traditional financial literature, we encounter the provocative insights put forth in "Pour, Sip, Influence: A Bartender's Guide to Market Mastery," a non-fictional account that purports to uncover the covert maneuvers of mixologists in shaping stock prices. Moreover, the fictitious but curiously titled novel, "The Bull and the Beer Stein: A Stock Market Mixology Mystery," invites readers to envisage a world where libations and market dynamics intertwine in a tangled web of intrigue.

As we navigate the uncharted territory of our research topic, it is crucial to acknowledge the breadth of sources that have informed our investigation. This includes, of course, the meticulous perusal of industry reports, economic analyses, and financial journals. However, in the spirit of unorthodox exploration, it would be remiss not to divulge the unconventional sources that have, in their own way, contributed to our understanding. From the back labels of craft beer bottles to the arcane whisperings of vintage cocktail shakers, the depth of our literature review knows no bounds.

In sum, our foray into the world of bartenders and stock prices stands as a testament to the boundless potential for unexpected connections in the vast tapestry of market influences. As we raise our intellectual glasses to toast this venture, let us embark on this journey with a sprig of curiosity, a splash of skepticism, and a twist of whimsy. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – and may the ice in our statistical tumbler never melt!


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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Bureau of Larbor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) . 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]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The intricate world of financial markets has long been subject to extensive scrutiny and analysis, with researchers tirelessly seeking to identify the myriad factors that influence stock prices. From economic indicators to company performance metrics, the quest for understanding the volatile nature of stock prices has been a never-ending endeavor. However, amidst this sea of conventional variables, one might not expect to find a connection between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). That's right – in this study, we take a whimsical and unconventional approach to unraveling the enigmatic relationship between these seemingly unrelated entities.
In the grand tradition of unexpected pairings – think peanut butter and jelly, or salt and caramel – the fusion of bartender figures and stock prices might initially strike one as rather incongruous. Yet, as we embark on this journey of analysis and exploration, our findings promise to surprise, amuse, and perhaps even shake up the conventional wisdom of stock price determinants. As we let the data flow like a perfectly crafted cocktail, we invite the reader to join us in pondering the unlikely interplay between mixology in Idaho and the rise and fall of F's stock price.
So, why delve into the world of bartenders and stock prices? Well, beyond the obvious potential for puns and comic relief, our study seeks to shed light on the unorthodox avenues through which market dynamics might be driven. While the notion of bartenders influencing a multinational automotive company's stock may sound like the setup for a joke, our data paints a compelling picture of a nontraditional force at play in the capricious dance of financial markets.
As we embark on this fanciful yet rigorous investigation, let us not forget the wise words of American poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Without further ado, let's raise our glasses to a research journey filled with unexpected twists, statistical revelations, and, of course, a generous serving of good humor. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – hold the olives, please!

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Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To embark on our whimsical yet methodologically sound investigation into the connection between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F), we employed a comprehensive and multifaceted approach. Our data collection and analysis involved a creative blend of statistical techniques, economic insights, and a healthy pinch of humor to keep the research spirits high.

First and foremost, we procured data on the number of bartenders in Idaho from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This involved sifting through an amalgamation of occupational employment surveys and state-specific data to extract the precise figures that would form the foundation of our analysis. The nuances of gathering this information were akin to carefully crafting a cocktail – requiring attention to detail and a steady hand to ensure accurate measurements.

Simultaneously, our team delved into the labyrinthine world of stock market data, sourcing Ford Motor Company's stock price information from LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv). We meticulously collected historical stock prices spanning the years 2003 to 2022, navigating through the peaks and troughs of market fluctuations with the tenacity of a seasoned explorer in uncharted territories.

With our data in hand, we employed advanced statistical methods that could stand the test of academic rigor while sprinkling in a dash of unconventional analysis. To assess the relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford's stock price, we conducted a thorough time-series analysis, employing autoregressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) models to capture the dynamics of both variables over time.

Furthermore, to quantify the strength and direction of the relationship, we calculated Pearson's correlation coefficient, which served as our measure of association between the bartender figures and stock prices. Additionally, a rigorous regression analysis was employed to control for potential confounding factors, ensuring that our findings were robust and reliable.

In line with the eccentric nature of our inquiry, we also engaged in qualitative analysis, drawing upon economic theories and market trends to contextualize our quantitative findings. This interplay of quantitative and qualitative methods allowed us to craft a narrative that not only presented statistical evidence but also painted a vivid picture of the unorthodox interplay between mixology in Idaho and the ebbs and flows of F's stock price.

Lastly, to imbue our investigation with a measure of lightheartedness, we conducted a semantic analysis of bartending-related puns and market euphemisms, seeking to infuse our findings with a dash of good humor. After all, what better way to toast to our research journey than by raising a glass to statistical revelations garnished with a touch of wit?

In summary, our methodology was a spirited concoction of diligent data collection, sophisticated statistical analyses, and a generous sprinkle of wit. With these tools at our disposal, we set out to uncover the unexpected connection between bartenders and stock prices, infusing our research with the perfect blend of statistical rigor and whimsy.


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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). Make lots of jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Bureau of Larbor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) .

For the time period 2003 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.7768514, r-squared of 0.6034981, 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]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The intricate world of financial markets has long been subject to extensive scrutiny and analysis, with researchers tirelessly seeking to identify the myriad factors that influence stock prices. From economic indicators to company performance metrics, the quest for understanding the volatile nature of stock prices has been a never-ending endeavor. However, amidst this sea of conventional variables, one might not expect to find a connection between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). That's right – in this study, we take a whimsical and unconventional approach to unraveling the enigmatic relationship between these seemingly unrelated entities.
In the grand tradition of unexpected pairings – think peanut butter and jelly, or salt and caramel – the fusion of bartender figures and stock prices might initially strike one as rather incongruous. Yet, as we embark on this journey of analysis and exploration, our findings promise to surprise, amuse, and perhaps even shake up the conventional wisdom of stock price determinants. As we let the data flow like a perfectly crafted cocktail, we invite the reader to join us in pondering the unlikely interplay between mixology in Idaho and the rise and fall of F's stock price.
So, why delve into the world of bartenders and stock prices? Well, beyond the obvious potential for puns and comic relief, our study seeks to shed light on the unorthodox avenues through which market dynamics might be driven. While the notion of bartenders influencing a multinational automotive company's stock may sound like the setup for a joke, our data paints a compelling picture of a nontraditional force at play in the capricious dance of financial markets.
As we embark on this fanciful yet rigorous investigation, let us not forget the wise words of American poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Without further ado, let's raise our glasses to a research journey filled with unexpected twists, statistical revelations, and, of course, a generous serving of good humor. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – hold the olives, please!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The correlation analysis between the number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F) revealed a surprisingly robust relationship. Over the period from 2003 to 2022, our research team found a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514, indicating a strong positive association between these two seemingly unrelated variables. In addition, the proportion of variance in Ford's stock price explained by the number of bartenders, as indicated by the r-squared value of 0.6034981, further underscores the substantial impact of mixology on market dynamics.

The statistical significance of this association was confirmed with a p-value of less than 0.01, lending credence to the notion that the presence of bartenders in Idaho is, in fact, a notable driver of Ford Motor Company's stock price movements. It appears that while bartenders are busy mixing drinks, they are also stirring up stock market trends in an unpredictably potent concoction.

Furthermore, the scatterplot depicted in Figure 1 visually encapsulates the pronounced correlation between the variables. The scatterplot not only highlights the strong positive relationship but also serves as a vivid reminder that in the world of statistical analysis, even the most unexpected pairings can yield compelling results.

These findings provide a whimsical yet insightful perspective on the interconnectedness of diverse influences on stock market dynamics. While it may seem as though the notion of bartenders impacting stock prices belongs in the realm of fiction, our results strongly indicate otherwise. The bartenders of Idaho, with their shakers and stirrers in hand, appear to have an unforeseen role in shaping the trajectory of F's stock price.

In conclusion, our exploration into the bartenders-stock price connection not only showcases the dynamics of market influences but also invites a playful reconsideration of what may drive stock price movements. This study further emphasizes the significance of incorporating unconventional variables in financial market analyses, proving that sometimes, the most unexpected ingredients can make for the perfect stock market cocktail. Cheers to the bartenders of Idaho for effortlessly shaking up our understanding of market dynamics – they may just be the secret ingredient we've been overlooking all this time!


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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). 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]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The connection between seemingly incongruous variables has long been a subject of fascination for researchers and analysts alike. From the classic work of Smith and Doe (2000) on the correlation between agricultural yields and astronaut satisfaction to the more recent study by Jones et al. (2015) examining the relationship between atmospheric pressure and the price of chewing gum, the allure of unexpected connections continues to permeate the scholarly landscape.
Turning to the world of finance, one would be remiss not to mention the seminal work of Johnson and Williams (2012) on the impact of weather patterns on stock market volatility. However, as we approach the enigmatic nexus of bartenders and stock prices, the literature takes a slightly more whimsical turn. In "Market Mixology: Unconventional Influences on Financial Dynamics," the authors delve into the unexplored territory of mixologists' impact on market trends, paving the way for our own endeavor to sip from the fountain of unconventional wisdom.
Venturing beyond the confines of traditional financial literature, we encounter the provocative insights put forth in "Pour, Sip, Influence: A Bartender's Guide to Market Mastery," a non-fictional account that purports to uncover the covert maneuvers of mixologists in shaping stock prices. Moreover, the fictitious but curiously titled novel, "The Bull and the Beer Stein: A Stock Market Mixology Mystery," invites readers to envisage a world where libations and market dynamics intertwine in a tangled web of intrigue.
As we navigate the uncharted territory of our research topic, it is crucial to acknowledge the breadth of sources that have informed our investigation. This includes, of course, the meticulous perusal of industry reports, economic analyses, and financial journals. However, in the spirit of unorthodox exploration, it would be remiss not to divulge the unconventional sources that have, in their own way, contributed to our understanding. From the back labels of craft beer bottles to the arcane whisperings of vintage cocktail shakers, the depth of our literature review knows no bounds.
In sum, our foray into the world of bartenders and stock prices stands as a testament to the boundless potential for unexpected connections in the vast tapestry of market influences. As we raise our intellectual glasses to toast this venture, let us embark on this journey with a sprig of curiosity, a splash of skepticism, and a twist of whimsy. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – and may the ice in our statistical tumbler never melt!

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis between the number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F) revealed a surprisingly robust relationship. Over the period from 2003 to 2022, our research team found a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514, indicating a strong positive association between these two seemingly unrelated variables. In addition, the proportion of variance in Ford's stock price explained by the number of bartenders, as indicated by the r-squared value of 0.6034981, further underscores the substantial impact of mixology on market dynamics.
The statistical significance of this association was confirmed with a p-value of less than 0.01, lending credence to the notion that the presence of bartenders in Idaho is, in fact, a notable driver of Ford Motor Company's stock price movements. It appears that while bartenders are busy mixing drinks, they are also stirring up stock market trends in an unpredictably potent concoction.
Furthermore, the scatterplot depicted in Figure 1 visually encapsulates the pronounced correlation between the variables. The scatterplot not only highlights the strong positive relationship but also serves as a vivid reminder that in the world of statistical analysis, even the most unexpected pairings can yield compelling results.
These findings provide a whimsical yet insightful perspective on the interconnectedness of diverse influences on stock market dynamics. While it may seem as though the notion of bartenders impacting stock prices belongs in the realm of fiction, our results strongly indicate otherwise. The bartenders of Idaho, with their shakers and stirrers in hand, appear to have an unforeseen role in shaping the trajectory of F's stock price.
In conclusion, our exploration into the bartenders-stock price connection not only showcases the dynamics of market influences but also invites a playful reconsideration of what may drive stock price movements. This study further emphasizes the significance of incorporating unconventional variables in financial market analyses, proving that sometimes, the most unexpected ingredients can make for the perfect stock market cocktail. Cheers to the bartenders of Idaho for effortlessly shaking up our understanding of market dynamics – they may just be the secret ingredient we've been overlooking all this time!

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[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]

The findings of our study have brought to light an unexpected but undeniably potent relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). As we raise our metaphorical glasses to toast this revelatory discovery, it is evident that the world of finance is not immune to the intoxicating influence of mixology.

Our results align with prior research that has sought to uncover the clandestine connections between seemingly incongruous variables. Just as Smith and Doe (2000) deftly navigated the uncharted waters of agricultural yields and astronaut satisfaction, and Jones et al. (2015) bravely plunged into the atmospheric pressure-chewing gum nexus, our study has fearlessly ventured into the realm of bartenders and stock prices. While these connections may initially seem quixotic, our findings lend credence to the notion that unassuming variables can indeed have a tangible impact on market dynamics.

The significant correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and the p-value of less than 0.01 confidently affirm that the presence of bartenders in Idaho wields a remarkable influence on Ford Motor Company's stock price movements. The r-squared value of 0.6034981 further emphasizes the substantial portion of variance in F's stock price attributable to the number of bartenders, underscoring the undeniably robust nature of this relationship.

The implications of our study extend beyond the conventional boundaries of financial market analyses. It appears that the bartenders of Idaho, with their expert mixing and shaking skills, are not only tantalizing taste buds but also stirring up stock market trends in an unpredictably potent concoction. The scatterplot presented in Figure 1 serves as a visual testament to the pronounced correlation between these seemingly disparate variables, reminding us that in the world of statistical analysis, even the most unexpected pairings can yield compelling results.

Our research introduces a refreshing and whimsical perspective on the interconnectedness of diverse influences on stock market dynamics. While it may seem as though the notion of bartenders impacting stock prices belongs in the realm of fiction, our findings strongly indicate otherwise. The bartenders of Idaho, with their shakers and stirrers in hand, appear to have an unforeseen role in shaping the trajectory of F's stock price. This seemingly eccentric connection between bartenders and stock prices challenges the traditional paradigm of financial market analysis, emphasizing the significance of incorporating unconventional variables in understanding market dynamics.

In sum, our study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional, and perhaps previously underrated, variables in financial markets. As we garnish this groundbreaking discovery with a twist of whimsy and a playful reconsideration of what may drive stock price movements, we invite further exploration into the unorthodox influences that may be shaping the intricate tapestry of market dynamics. Let us raise our glasses to the bartenders of Idaho, whose concoctions extend beyond the realm of libations to leave an indelible mark on the workings of financial markets. Cheers to the unexpected ingredients that make for the perfect stock market cocktail!


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 The number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F). 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]]
Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection

[[ABSTRACT]]
This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The intricate world of financial markets has long been subject to extensive scrutiny and analysis, with researchers tirelessly seeking to identify the myriad factors that influence stock prices. From economic indicators to company performance metrics, the quest for understanding the volatile nature of stock prices has been a never-ending endeavor. However, amidst this sea of conventional variables, one might not expect to find a connection between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). That's right – in this study, we take a whimsical and unconventional approach to unraveling the enigmatic relationship between these seemingly unrelated entities.
In the grand tradition of unexpected pairings – think peanut butter and jelly, or salt and caramel – the fusion of bartender figures and stock prices might initially strike one as rather incongruous. Yet, as we embark on this journey of analysis and exploration, our findings promise to surprise, amuse, and perhaps even shake up the conventional wisdom of stock price determinants. As we let the data flow like a perfectly crafted cocktail, we invite the reader to join us in pondering the unlikely interplay between mixology in Idaho and the rise and fall of F's stock price.
So, why delve into the world of bartenders and stock prices? Well, beyond the obvious potential for puns and comic relief, our study seeks to shed light on the unorthodox avenues through which market dynamics might be driven. While the notion of bartenders influencing a multinational automotive company's stock may sound like the setup for a joke, our data paints a compelling picture of a nontraditional force at play in the capricious dance of financial markets.
As we embark on this fanciful yet rigorous investigation, let us not forget the wise words of American poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Without further ado, let's raise our glasses to a research journey filled with unexpected twists, statistical revelations, and, of course, a generous serving of good humor. Cheers to unraveling the bartenders-stock price connection – hold the olives, please!

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis between the number of bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F) revealed a surprisingly robust relationship. Over the period from 2003 to 2022, our research team found a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514, indicating a strong positive association between these two seemingly unrelated variables. In addition, the proportion of variance in Ford's stock price explained by the number of bartenders, as indicated by the r-squared value of 0.6034981, further underscores the substantial impact of mixology on market dynamics.
The statistical significance of this association was confirmed with a p-value of less than 0.01, lending credence to the notion that the presence of bartenders in Idaho is, in fact, a notable driver of Ford Motor Company's stock price movements. It appears that while bartenders are busy mixing drinks, they are also stirring up stock market trends in an unpredictably potent concoction.
Furthermore, the scatterplot depicted in Figure 1 visually encapsulates the pronounced correlation between the variables. The scatterplot not only highlights the strong positive relationship but also serves as a vivid reminder that in the world of statistical analysis, even the most unexpected pairings can yield compelling results.
These findings provide a whimsical yet insightful perspective on the interconnectedness of diverse influences on stock market dynamics. While it may seem as though the notion of bartenders impacting stock prices belongs in the realm of fiction, our results strongly indicate otherwise. The bartenders of Idaho, with their shakers and stirrers in hand, appear to have an unforeseen role in shaping the trajectory of F's stock price.
In conclusion, our exploration into the bartenders-stock price connection not only showcases the dynamics of market influences but also invites a playful reconsideration of what may drive stock price movements. This study further emphasizes the significance of incorporating unconventional variables in financial market analyses, proving that sometimes, the most unexpected ingredients can make for the perfect stock market cocktail. Cheers to the bartenders of Idaho for effortlessly shaking up our understanding of market dynamics – they may just be the secret ingredient we've been overlooking all this time!

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

As we sip on our brainstorm-brewed concoctions, er, coffee, it's clear that the connection between Idaho's bartenders and Ford Motor Company's stock price (F) is not merely a shot in the dark. With a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a p-value of less than 0.01, the evidence for this unexpectedly spirited relationship is nothing to wine about. Our findings have stirred up the market and shaken conventional wisdom, demonstrating that sometimes, the most unusual ingredients can mix up a storm in stock price movements.

In light of these revelatory findings, it seems that in the stock market, as in life, it's essential to heed the bartender's age-old wisdom: when the market gives you lemons, make a Long Island Iced Tea. With the tantalizing prospect of bartenders influencing stock prices, we must blend a refreshing twist of humor and statistical rigor to mixology and market dynamics. It's high time we raise a toast to the bartenders of Idaho, for they may just be the unsung heroes of the financial world – their influence reaching further than the garnish on a summer cocktail.

Given the compelling nature of our results, it's safe to say that no more research is needed in this area. So let's raise our glasses one last time to the delightful surprise of uncovering the spirited link between bartenders in Idaho and Ford Motor Company's stock price. Here's to a study that proves that when it comes to market analysis, sometimes the best insights are found in the unlikeliest of places. Cheers!


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 Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

The Journal of Mixology and Financial Analysis


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 Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Institute for Mixology and Market Analysis


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 Pouring Over the Pour: Exploring the Bartenders-Stock Price Connection with an abstract of This research delves into the intriguing relationship between the number of bartenders in Idaho and the stock price of Ford Motor Company (F). For this study, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) were meticulously analyzed for the period from 2003 to 2022. Surprisingly, a correlation coefficient of 0.7768514 and a significant p-value of less than 0.01 were found, revealing a strong and unexpected link between these seemingly disparate factors. Our findings provide a refreshing perspective on the complexities of market influences, suggesting that perhaps the key to understanding stock prices lies in the mixing and shaking skills of Idaho's bartenders. This study not only uncovers a novel avenue for stock price analysis but also demonstrates the potential impact of unconventional variables in financial markets.

ChatGPT:

bartender employment, Idaho, stock price correlation, Ford Motor Company, market influences, unconventional variables, financial markets, correlation coefficient, stock price analysis, labor statistics, LSEG Analytics, Refinitiv, 2003-2022

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Data details

The number of bartenders in Idaho
Detailed data title: BLS estimate of bartenders in Idaho
Source: Bureau of Larbor Statistics
See what else correlates with The number of bartenders in Idaho

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

See what else correlates with Ford Motor Company's stock price (F)

Correlation r = 0.7768514 (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 = 0.6034981 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 60.3% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Ford Motor Company's stock price (F)) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., The number of bartenders in Idaho) over the 20 years from 2003 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 5.61E-5. 0.0000560794333986447200000000
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 0.78 in 0.00561% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 17,832 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.

[ 0.51, 0.91 ] 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
The number of bartenders in Idaho (Bartenders)26602920263024502310215018702250264028202680280026102890287028602670215028803510
Ford Motor Company's stock price (F) (Stock price)9.3915.9214.57.637.486.652.2710.0616.8310.8813.0815.2515.4213.7212.0612.387.539.298.8121.27




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([2660,2920,2630,2450,2310,2150,1870,2250,2640,2820,2680,2800,2610,2890,2870,2860,2670,2150,2880,3510,])
array_2 = np.array([9.39,15.92,14.5,7.63,7.48,6.65,2.27,10.06,16.83,10.88,13.08,15.25,15.42,13.72,12.06,12.38,7.53,9.29,8.81,21.27,])
array_1_name = "The number of bartenders in Idaho"
array_2_name = "Ford Motor Company's stock price (F)"

# 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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