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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 Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the second variable is Google searches for 'who is the doctor'.  The chart goes from 2004 to 2022, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
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AI explanation

As farm incomes rise, farmers invest in advanced technology. This leads to an increase in productivity and efficiency, resulting in more free time. With this free time, they watch more TV, including the popular show Doctor Who, prompting them to search for information about the iconic character. Remember, it's not just the crops that are growing on those farms!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Sure, here's an updated image generation prompt for DALL-E 3: Generate an image in the style of a scene from "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim" depicting a sun-drenched, golden field with a large farmhouse standing proudly amidst flourishing crops. Include rows of busy farmers tending to the bountiful harvest. Above the farmhouse, ensure there's a clear blue sky with fluffy white clouds. Add a towering billboard displaying the yearly total gross income of US farms. In the distance, include a group of people gathered around a smartphone, furiously searching "who is the doctor" on Google, their curious expressions reflecting the increasing interest in the query. Capture all these elements in a visually simple and appealing manner. Avoid including any words or speech bubbles. 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: Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. 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: High-tech Data cyber art Parallax art Vaporwave A scene from Skyrim
ChatGPT: A scene from Skyrim

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 Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor' together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In a sun-drenched, golden field, a large farmhouse stands proudly amidst rows of flourishing crops. The fields are filled with busy farmers tending to the bountiful harvest. Above the farmhouse, a clear blue sky is dotted with fluffy white clouds. A towering billboard nearby displays the yearly total gross income of US farms. In the distance, a group of people are gathered around a smartphone, furiously searching “who is the doctor” on Google, their curious expressions reflecting the increasing interest in the query.

Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You write and improve image generation prompts for DALLE-3. You maintain the same subjects, but enhance the visuals.
User prompt: Please respond with an image generation prompt that would be likely to create an interesting visual using DALLE-3, using the following style: [ A scene from Skyrim ] and depicting this scene: In a sun-drenched, golden field, a large farmhouse stands proudly amidst rows of flourishing crops. The fields are filled with busy farmers tending to the bountiful harvest. Above the farmhouse, a clear blue sky is dotted with fluffy white clouds. A towering billboard nearby displays the yearly total gross income of US farms. In the distance, a group of people are gathered around a smartphone, furiously searching “who is the doctor” on Google, their curious expressions reflecting the increasing interest in the query. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Sure, here's an updated image generation prompt for DALL-E 3: Generate an image in the style of a scene from "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim" depicting a sun-drenched, golden field with a large farmhouse standing proudly amidst flourishing crops. Include rows of busy farmers tending to the bountiful harvest. Above the farmhouse, ensure there's a clear blue sky with fluffy white clouds. Add a towering billboard displaying the yearly total gross income of US farms. In the distance, include a group of people gathered around a smartphone, furiously searching "who is the doctor" on Google, their curious expressions reflecting the increasing interest in the query. Capture all these elements in a visually simple and appealing manner. Avoid including any words or speech bubbles.

*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 Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms caused who is the doctor (Google searches for 'who is the doctor') to increase. Add a funny one-liner at the end.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google

Journal of Agricultural Economics and Pop Culture 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 goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You write titles and abstracts of goofy academic research papers.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, and add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please draft the title and abstract of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

Your research team used data from Statista and Google Trends to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 for 2004 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]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the introduction section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the introduction section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

In the realm of agricultural economics, the correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the broader economic landscape has been a subject of extensive inquiry. However, amidst the bucolic bliss of farm fields and livestock, a rather unexpected matter has piqued the curiosity of researchers—the correlation between YTGI and Google searches for "who is the doctor". While one might assume that the farming community's primary concern would be centered around crop yields and livestock management, it appears that the allure of the title "doctor" has managed to sow the seeds of curiosity in the fertile soil of farm economics.

The juxtaposition of "plows" and "scalpels," so to speak, invites us to delve into the serendipitous discovery of an intricate relationship that transcends the conventional boundaries of economic analysis. As we embark on this scholarly exploration, we find ourselves traversing the intriguing intersection of agricultural prosperity and societal inquisitiveness regarding the domain of medical expertise. The title "doctor" holds a revered place in society, yet its surge in Google searches within the context of farm income underscores the unforeseen synergies between seemingly disparate domains.

This study endeavors to decipher the underlying phenomenon through robust statistical analysis and data-driven insights. As we delve into the labyrinth of economic data and search engine queries, we are not only unearthing correlations but also embarking on a whimsical journey that beckons us to embrace the quirks of human curiosity. Indeed, as we navigate the fields of economic research, we must be prepared to encounter the unexpected—be it the cross-pollination of statistical correlations or the fertile ground for amusing insights.

Furthermore, this investigation compels us to confront the charming idiosyncrasies of human inquiry, reminding us that academia and amusement can indeed coalesce in the most unlikely of contexts. Hence, this paper not only seeks to illuminate an intriguing correlation but also aims to infuse a dash of levity amidst the rigors of scholarly discourse. After all, delving into the enigmatic connection between farm income and queries about the "doctor" offers a welcome respite from the oft-monotonous terrain of academic research.

So, dear reader, fasten your seatbelts and prepare for a journey that promises scholarly rigour interspersed with a delightful sowing of whimsy as we unravel the unique correlation between the agricultural economy and the perennial question, "who is the doctor?"


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

Please make up a literature review section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

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

Start by naming serious-sounding studies by authors like Smith, Doe, and Jones - but then quickly devolve. Name some real non-fiction books that would be related to the topic. Then name some real fiction books that sound like they could be related. Then 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]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
In the realm of agricultural economics, the correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the broader economic landscape has been a subject of extensive inquiry. However, amidst the bucolic bliss of farm fields and livestock, a rather unexpected matter has piqued the curiosity of researchers—the correlation between YTGI and Google searches for "who is the doctor". While one might assume that the farming community's primary concern would be centered around crop yields and livestock management, it appears that the allure of the title "doctor" has managed to sow the seeds of curiosity in the fertile soil of farm economics.
The juxtaposition of "plows" and "scalpels," so to speak, invites us to delve into the serendipitous discovery of an intricate relationship that transcends the conventional boundaries of economic analysis. As we embark on this scholarly exploration, we find ourselves traversing the intriguing intersection of agricultural prosperity and societal inquisitiveness regarding the domain of medical expertise. The title "doctor" holds a revered place in society, yet its surge in Google searches within the context of farm income underscores the unforeseen synergies between seemingly disparate domains.
This study endeavors to decipher the underlying phenomenon through robust statistical analysis and data-driven insights. As we delve into the labyrinth of economic data and search engine queries, we are not only unearthing correlations but also embarking on a whimsical journey that beckons us to embrace the quirks of human curiosity. Indeed, as we navigate the fields of economic research, we must be prepared to encounter the unexpected—be it the cross-pollination of statistical correlations or the fertile ground for amusing insights.
Furthermore, this investigation compels us to confront the charming idiosyncrasies of human inquiry, reminding us that academia and amusement can indeed coalesce in the most unlikely of contexts. Hence, this paper not only seeks to illuminate an intriguing correlation but also aims to infuse a dash of levity amidst the rigors of scholarly discourse. After all, delving into the enigmatic connection between farm income and queries about the "doctor" offers a welcome respite from the oft-monotonous terrain of academic research.
So, dear reader, fasten your seatbelts and prepare for a journey that promises scholarly rigour interspersed with a delightful sowing of whimsy as we unravel the unique correlation between the agricultural economy and the perennial question, "who is the doctor?"

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Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The interplay between economic indicators and societal interests has long captured the attention of scholars, prompting diverse investigations into the intricate dynamics that underpin this relationship. Smith et al. (2010) examined the correlation between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity, shedding light on the unforeseen connections that emerge within the realm of economic analysis. Similarly, Doe (2015) delved into the whimsical nature of human inquiry, emphasizing the need to embrace the unexpected in scholarly pursuits.

Moving beyond the conventional purview of economic literature, explorations into the intersection of societal curiosity and professional titles have also yielded insightful perspectives. In "The Economics of Curiosity" (Jones, 2017), the author expounds on the nuanced interplay between public intrigue and economic factors, broadening the discourse on unconventional determinants of societal interest. Meanwhile, "The Title Temptation" (Brown, 2018) offers a contemplative analysis of the allure of professional designations, inviting readers to ponder the idiosyncratic intersections of curiosity and career pursuits.

Expanding the scope of inquiry, fiction literature has also provided intriguing narratives that, albeit imaginative, resonate with the broader theme of inquisitiveness and societal dynamics. Works such as "The Curious Case of Doctor Jekyll and Farmer Hyde" (Stevenson, 1886) and "To Till or to Heal: The Farmer's Dilemma" (Unknown, 2020) present imaginative yet thought-provoking scenarios that underscore the peculiar confluence of agricultural livelihoods and medical curiosity.

In seeking to comprehend the nexus between farm income and searches for the esteemed title of "doctor," it is imperative to acknowledge the eclectic sources that have indirectly informed this study. The authors humbly note that the literature review process extended beyond conventional academic sources, encompassing unconventional realms of inquiry, including but not limited to an exhaustive analysis of grocery receipts, overheard conversations at local farmers' markets, and a comprehensive perusal of whimsical folklore steeped in agricultural and medical allegories.

The scholarly pursuit of understanding the correlation between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for "who is the doctor" thus unfolds as an expedition that traverses the boundaries of tradition and whimsy, encapsulating the essence of academic inquiry amidst the delightful caprices of human curiosity.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the methodology section of an academic research paper.
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the methodology section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from Statista and Google Trends . You used data from 2004 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]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

[[INTRODUCTION]]
In the realm of agricultural economics, the correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the broader economic landscape has been a subject of extensive inquiry. However, amidst the bucolic bliss of farm fields and livestock, a rather unexpected matter has piqued the curiosity of researchers—the correlation between YTGI and Google searches for "who is the doctor". While one might assume that the farming community's primary concern would be centered around crop yields and livestock management, it appears that the allure of the title "doctor" has managed to sow the seeds of curiosity in the fertile soil of farm economics.
The juxtaposition of "plows" and "scalpels," so to speak, invites us to delve into the serendipitous discovery of an intricate relationship that transcends the conventional boundaries of economic analysis. As we embark on this scholarly exploration, we find ourselves traversing the intriguing intersection of agricultural prosperity and societal inquisitiveness regarding the domain of medical expertise. The title "doctor" holds a revered place in society, yet its surge in Google searches within the context of farm income underscores the unforeseen synergies between seemingly disparate domains.
This study endeavors to decipher the underlying phenomenon through robust statistical analysis and data-driven insights. As we delve into the labyrinth of economic data and search engine queries, we are not only unearthing correlations but also embarking on a whimsical journey that beckons us to embrace the quirks of human curiosity. Indeed, as we navigate the fields of economic research, we must be prepared to encounter the unexpected—be it the cross-pollination of statistical correlations or the fertile ground for amusing insights.
Furthermore, this investigation compels us to confront the charming idiosyncrasies of human inquiry, reminding us that academia and amusement can indeed coalesce in the most unlikely of contexts. Hence, this paper not only seeks to illuminate an intriguing correlation but also aims to infuse a dash of levity amidst the rigors of scholarly discourse. After all, delving into the enigmatic connection between farm income and queries about the "doctor" offers a welcome respite from the oft-monotonous terrain of academic research.
So, dear reader, fasten your seatbelts and prepare for a journey that promises scholarly rigour interspersed with a delightful sowing of whimsy as we unravel the unique correlation between the agricultural economy and the perennial question, "who is the doctor?"

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unearth the nuances of the enchanting correlation between Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor," we embarked on a methodological odyssey that melded statistical rigor with a hint of digital whimsy. The journey began with the assembly of a multidisciplinary research team, bringing together agricultural economists, data scientists, and, of course, a token aficionado of medical dramas for good measure. Armed with an insatiable curiosity and an assortment of caffeinated beverages, we commenced our expedition into the digital and agricultural realms.

Data Collection:
Our quest for data entailed scouring the digital landscape with the fervor of ardent treasure hunters. To capture the essence of agricultural prosperity, we delved into the labyrinthine archives of Statista, excavating annual reports on the YTGI of US farms from 2004 to 2022. These reports served as our compass, guiding us through the undulating terrain of agricultural economic indicators.

In parallel, we traversed the virtual corridors of Google Trends, harvesting a bountiful crop of search volume data for the query "who is the doctor" over the same temporal expanse. The synergy of these disparate datasets paved the way for our discerning analysis, blending the empirical veracity of agricultural income with the digital echo of inquisitive inquiries.

Data Analysis:
With our digital bounty in hand, we set sail for the isle of statistical analysis, navigating the tempestuous seas of correlation coefficients and p-values. The covariances and correlations between the YTGI of US farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" were unveiled through the arcane arts of statistical analysis, accompanied by the occasional incantations of p-values and regression models.

The Quest for Insight:
As we traversed the data-driven landscape, we beheld the emergence of a resplendent correlation coefficient of 0.9690417, captivating in its robust magnitude, and a p-value gleaming brightly at p < 0.01, signifying a relationship that transcended chance. Armed with these formidable allies, we navigated the labyrinth of economic and digital intricacies, unearthing the unmistakable resonance between the YTGI of US farms and the chorus of "who is the doctor" resonating across the digital expanse.

Challenges and Revelations:
Our odyssey was not without its perils and peculiarities. As we parsed through the data, we encountered the occasional outlying data point—a rogue spike in search queries here, a surprising dip in farm income there, reminding us that within the vast tapestry of data, anomalies and caprices dance with the staid rhythms of correlation.

Nonetheless, our endeavor has yielded a rich tapestry of insights, intertwining the verdant fields of agricultural prosperity with the digital symphony of inquisitiveness. Our upcoming expedition will embark on scrutinizing the implications of this correlation, inviting us to ponder the enigmatic interplay between farm economics and the ubiquitous quest to unravel the mantle of the venerable "doctor".


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the results section of an academic research paper. You speak in the past tense (you found...).
User prompt:
Pretend you are an academic researcher. Your writing sounds like it belongs in a medical or economics journal. However, you frequently crack jokes, make puns, or add unexpected twists in your writing.

Please make up the results section of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

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

For the time period 2004 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.9690417, r-squared of 0.9390417, 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]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
In the realm of agricultural economics, the correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the broader economic landscape has been a subject of extensive inquiry. However, amidst the bucolic bliss of farm fields and livestock, a rather unexpected matter has piqued the curiosity of researchers—the correlation between YTGI and Google searches for "who is the doctor". While one might assume that the farming community's primary concern would be centered around crop yields and livestock management, it appears that the allure of the title "doctor" has managed to sow the seeds of curiosity in the fertile soil of farm economics.
The juxtaposition of "plows" and "scalpels," so to speak, invites us to delve into the serendipitous discovery of an intricate relationship that transcends the conventional boundaries of economic analysis. As we embark on this scholarly exploration, we find ourselves traversing the intriguing intersection of agricultural prosperity and societal inquisitiveness regarding the domain of medical expertise. The title "doctor" holds a revered place in society, yet its surge in Google searches within the context of farm income underscores the unforeseen synergies between seemingly disparate domains.
This study endeavors to decipher the underlying phenomenon through robust statistical analysis and data-driven insights. As we delve into the labyrinth of economic data and search engine queries, we are not only unearthing correlations but also embarking on a whimsical journey that beckons us to embrace the quirks of human curiosity. Indeed, as we navigate the fields of economic research, we must be prepared to encounter the unexpected—be it the cross-pollination of statistical correlations or the fertile ground for amusing insights.
Furthermore, this investigation compels us to confront the charming idiosyncrasies of human inquiry, reminding us that academia and amusement can indeed coalesce in the most unlikely of contexts. Hence, this paper not only seeks to illuminate an intriguing correlation but also aims to infuse a dash of levity amidst the rigors of scholarly discourse. After all, delving into the enigmatic connection between farm income and queries about the "doctor" offers a welcome respite from the oft-monotonous terrain of academic research.
So, dear reader, fasten your seatbelts and prepare for a journey that promises scholarly rigour interspersed with a delightful sowing of whimsy as we unravel the unique correlation between the agricultural economy and the perennial question, "who is the doctor?"

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The statistical analysis revealed a remarkably strong correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" over the period from 2004 to 2022. The correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 indicates a highly positive association between these seemingly disparate variables. This striking correlation highlights an intriguing pattern that warrants further investigation and whimsical contemplation.

Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.9390417 suggests that approximately 93.9% of the variation in the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" can be explained by the variation in YTGI. It appears that the economic landscape of US farms exerts a profound influence on the public's inquisitiveness about the prestigious title of "doctor".

The p-value of less than 0.01 provides robust evidence to reject the null hypothesis, further bolstering the validity of the observed correlation. In other words, the likelihood of such a strong association occurring by chance is exceedingly low, reinforcing the substantive nature of the relationship between farm income and the curiosity surrounding the term "doctor".

These compelling statistical indicators underscore the significance of our findings and beckon us to explore the underlying mechanisms that link agricultural prosperity to the public's quest for understanding the enigmatic world of medicine.

As illustrated in Figure 1, the scatterplot depicting the relationship between YTGI and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" unmistakably portrays a pattern of strong positive correlation. The visual representation of this association further accentuates the captivating nature of our discovery, inviting scholarly inquiry wrapped in an air of whimsy.

In conclusion, our results not only affirm the robustness of the correlation between farm income and public curiosity about the title "doctor" but also add a playful twist to the conventional discourse in economic research. This unexpected union of agricultural economics and the quest for medical insight challenges us to embrace the delightful unpredictability of human inquiry and prompts us to ponder the amusing intricacies that underpin the societal tapestry.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a goofy academic researcher writing an academic paper. You follow the rules, but you throw out convention regularly to make jokes and funny asides.You draft the 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 Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, 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]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The interplay between economic indicators and societal interests has long captured the attention of scholars, prompting diverse investigations into the intricate dynamics that underpin this relationship. Smith et al. (2010) examined the correlation between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity, shedding light on the unforeseen connections that emerge within the realm of economic analysis. Similarly, Doe (2015) delved into the whimsical nature of human inquiry, emphasizing the need to embrace the unexpected in scholarly pursuits.
Moving beyond the conventional purview of economic literature, explorations into the intersection of societal curiosity and professional titles have also yielded insightful perspectives. In "The Economics of Curiosity" (Jones, 2017), the author expounds on the nuanced interplay between public intrigue and economic factors, broadening the discourse on unconventional determinants of societal interest. Meanwhile, "The Title Temptation" (Brown, 2018) offers a contemplative analysis of the allure of professional designations, inviting readers to ponder the idiosyncratic intersections of curiosity and career pursuits.
Expanding the scope of inquiry, fiction literature has also provided intriguing narratives that, albeit imaginative, resonate with the broader theme of inquisitiveness and societal dynamics. Works such as "The Curious Case of Doctor Jekyll and Farmer Hyde" (Stevenson, 1886) and "To Till or to Heal: The Farmer's Dilemma" (Unknown, 2020) present imaginative yet thought-provoking scenarios that underscore the peculiar confluence of agricultural livelihoods and medical curiosity.
In seeking to comprehend the nexus between farm income and searches for the esteemed title of "doctor," it is imperative to acknowledge the eclectic sources that have indirectly informed this study. The authors humbly note that the literature review process extended beyond conventional academic sources, encompassing unconventional realms of inquiry, including but not limited to an exhaustive analysis of grocery receipts, overheard conversations at local farmers' markets, and a comprehensive perusal of whimsical folklore steeped in agricultural and medical allegories.
The scholarly pursuit of understanding the correlation between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for "who is the doctor" thus unfolds as an expedition that traverses the boundaries of tradition and whimsy, encapsulating the essence of academic inquiry amidst the delightful caprices of human curiosity.

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis revealed a remarkably strong correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" over the period from 2004 to 2022. The correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 indicates a highly positive association between these seemingly disparate variables. This striking correlation highlights an intriguing pattern that warrants further investigation and whimsical contemplation.
Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.9390417 suggests that approximately 93.9% of the variation in the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" can be explained by the variation in YTGI. It appears that the economic landscape of US farms exerts a profound influence on the public's inquisitiveness about the prestigious title of "doctor".
The p-value of less than 0.01 provides robust evidence to reject the null hypothesis, further bolstering the validity of the observed correlation. In other words, the likelihood of such a strong association occurring by chance is exceedingly low, reinforcing the substantive nature of the relationship between farm income and the curiosity surrounding the term "doctor".
These compelling statistical indicators underscore the significance of our findings and beckon us to explore the underlying mechanisms that link agricultural prosperity to the public's quest for understanding the enigmatic world of medicine.
As illustrated in Figure 1, the scatterplot depicting the relationship between YTGI and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" unmistakably portrays a pattern of strong positive correlation. The visual representation of this association further accentuates the captivating nature of our discovery, inviting scholarly inquiry wrapped in an air of whimsy.
In conclusion, our results not only affirm the robustness of the correlation between farm income and public curiosity about the title "doctor" but also add a playful twist to the conventional discourse in economic research. This unexpected union of agricultural economics and the quest for medical insight challenges us to embrace the delightful unpredictability of human inquiry and prompts us to ponder the amusing intricacies that underpin the societal tapestry.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The striking correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" over the period from 2004 to 2022 serves as a testament to the whimsical and often capricious intersections of economic prosperity and human curiosity. The substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and the p-value of less than 0.01 not only reaffirm the robustness of the observed association but also evoke a sense of curiosity akin to the very phenomenon under investigation.

Our findings resonate with prior research that has sought to unravel the enigmatic entanglements of societal interests and economic indicators. Indeed, the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity has captivated scholars like Smith et al. (2010), who first hinted at the unforeseen connections emerging within the tapestry of economic analysis. Similarly, the whimsical nature of human inquiry, as espoused by Doe (2015) and playfully acknowledged in our literature review, has been further substantiated by our results, lending credence to the need to embrace the unexpected in scholarly pursuits.

The visual representation of the strong positive correlation in our scatterplot, as illustrated in Figure 1, not only serves as a graphic affirmation of our results but also elicits a subtle nod to the amusing intricacies that underpin the societal tapestry. It is such quirky revelations that infuse our scholarly endeavors with a sense of delight, reminding us that the pursuit of knowledge need not always be ponderous.

In light of the robust statistical evidence supporting the connection between farm income and the public's quest for understanding the coveted title of "doctor," a plethora of questions arise, shrouded in equal parts whimsy and academic rigor. How does the idyllic image of a bountiful farm permeate the public consciousness and provoke curiosity about the domain of medicine? Can the allure of the healing arts be woven into the fabric of agricultural prosperity in a manner that transcends the bounds of conventional economic analysis? Our findings not only prompt these thought-provoking inquiries but also beckon the scholarly community to indulge in the delightful unpredictability of human inquiry.

As we delve into the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators, our study enriches the discourse on the interplay between the whimsical and the substantive, underscoring the delightful caprices of human curiosity. It is in this vein that our research bids us to embrace the enchanting unpredictability of our human endeavors, probing the intriguing and often comical undercurrents that animate the fabric of knowledge production.


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

Please make up a short conclusion of an academic research paper presenting the findings of the connection between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Google searches for 'who is the doctor'. Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, 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]]
"The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google"

[[ABSTRACT]]
This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

[[INTRDUCTION]]
In the realm of agricultural economics, the correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the broader economic landscape has been a subject of extensive inquiry. However, amidst the bucolic bliss of farm fields and livestock, a rather unexpected matter has piqued the curiosity of researchers—the correlation between YTGI and Google searches for "who is the doctor". While one might assume that the farming community's primary concern would be centered around crop yields and livestock management, it appears that the allure of the title "doctor" has managed to sow the seeds of curiosity in the fertile soil of farm economics.
The juxtaposition of "plows" and "scalpels," so to speak, invites us to delve into the serendipitous discovery of an intricate relationship that transcends the conventional boundaries of economic analysis. As we embark on this scholarly exploration, we find ourselves traversing the intriguing intersection of agricultural prosperity and societal inquisitiveness regarding the domain of medical expertise. The title "doctor" holds a revered place in society, yet its surge in Google searches within the context of farm income underscores the unforeseen synergies between seemingly disparate domains.
This study endeavors to decipher the underlying phenomenon through robust statistical analysis and data-driven insights. As we delve into the labyrinth of economic data and search engine queries, we are not only unearthing correlations but also embarking on a whimsical journey that beckons us to embrace the quirks of human curiosity. Indeed, as we navigate the fields of economic research, we must be prepared to encounter the unexpected—be it the cross-pollination of statistical correlations or the fertile ground for amusing insights.
Furthermore, this investigation compels us to confront the charming idiosyncrasies of human inquiry, reminding us that academia and amusement can indeed coalesce in the most unlikely of contexts. Hence, this paper not only seeks to illuminate an intriguing correlation but also aims to infuse a dash of levity amidst the rigors of scholarly discourse. After all, delving into the enigmatic connection between farm income and queries about the "doctor" offers a welcome respite from the oft-monotonous terrain of academic research.
So, dear reader, fasten your seatbelts and prepare for a journey that promises scholarly rigour interspersed with a delightful sowing of whimsy as we unravel the unique correlation between the agricultural economy and the perennial question, "who is the doctor?"

[[RESULTS]]
The statistical analysis revealed a remarkably strong correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" over the period from 2004 to 2022. The correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 indicates a highly positive association between these seemingly disparate variables. This striking correlation highlights an intriguing pattern that warrants further investigation and whimsical contemplation.
Furthermore, the r-squared value of 0.9390417 suggests that approximately 93.9% of the variation in the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" can be explained by the variation in YTGI. It appears that the economic landscape of US farms exerts a profound influence on the public's inquisitiveness about the prestigious title of "doctor".
The p-value of less than 0.01 provides robust evidence to reject the null hypothesis, further bolstering the validity of the observed correlation. In other words, the likelihood of such a strong association occurring by chance is exceedingly low, reinforcing the substantive nature of the relationship between farm income and the curiosity surrounding the term "doctor".
These compelling statistical indicators underscore the significance of our findings and beckon us to explore the underlying mechanisms that link agricultural prosperity to the public's quest for understanding the enigmatic world of medicine.
As illustrated in Figure 1, the scatterplot depicting the relationship between YTGI and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor" unmistakably portrays a pattern of strong positive correlation. The visual representation of this association further accentuates the captivating nature of our discovery, inviting scholarly inquiry wrapped in an air of whimsy.
In conclusion, our results not only affirm the robustness of the correlation between farm income and public curiosity about the title "doctor" but also add a playful twist to the conventional discourse in economic research. This unexpected union of agricultural economics and the quest for medical insight challenges us to embrace the delightful unpredictability of human inquiry and prompts us to ponder the amusing intricacies that underpin the societal tapestry.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In culmination, our whimsical exploration has unearthed a robust correlation between the Yearly Total Gross Income (YTGI) of US farms and the inquisitive probing for "who is the doctor" on the hallowed grounds of Google. The resounding correlation coefficient of 0.9690417, accompanied by a p-value of less than 0.01, imparts a sense of certainty that is both gratifying and, dare I say, comforting in its predictability. It appears that the pulse of the agricultural economy synchronizes with the beat of societal curiosity, creating a harmonious melody of academic intrigue.

Our findings not only add a dash of levity to the field of economic analysis but also prompt us to contemplate the idiosyncratic dance of human inquiry. The r-squared value of 0.9390417 serves as a beacon, illuminating the path toward a deeper understanding of the bewitching correlation that elicits both scholarly contemplation and a wry chuckle.

As we bid adieu to this lighthearted yet intellectually enriching foray, it is with great confidence that we assert: No further research is needed in this area. After all, when it comes to the fusion of agricultural prosperity and inquiries about the treasured "doctor," we have undoubtedly struck gold.


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 The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Agricultural Economics and Pop Culture 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 The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Center for Agricultural Economics and Internet Behavior Research


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 The Doctor is In...Demand: Exploring the Correlation Between Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and Searches for 'Who is the Doctor' on Google with an abstract of This study delves into the intriguing relationship between the Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms and the frequency of Google searches for "who is the doctor". Through the utilization of extensive data from Statista and Google Trends, a substantial correlation coefficient of 0.9690417 and p < 0.01 was observed for the years 2004 to 2022. Our findings illuminate a fascinating connection that invites us to consider the interplay between agricultural prosperity and public curiosity about the esteemed title of "doctor". The implications of this correlation extend beyond the confines of conventional economic analysis, shedding light on the intricate web of societal interests and economic indicators. Consequently, this research not only enriches our understanding of the complexities within these realms but also prompts us to ponder the whimsical and often unpredictable nature of human inquiry.

ChatGPT:

Yearly Total Gross Income, US Farms, correlation, Google searches, "who is the doctor", Statista, Google Trends, agriculture prosperity, societal interests, economic indicators

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Data details

Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms
Source: Statista
See what else correlates with Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms

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

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Correlation r = 0.9690417 (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 = 0.9390417 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 93.9% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Google searches for 'who is the doctor') is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms) over the 19 years from 2004 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 9.2E-12. 0.0000000000092319740063358620
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 0.97 in 9.2E-10% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 108,319,195,799 random variables You don't actually need 108 billion variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

p-value calculations are useful for understanding the probability of a result happening by chance. They are most useful when used to highlight the risk of a fluke outcome. For example, if you calculate a p-value of 0.30, the risk that the result is a fluke is high. It is good to know that! But there are lots of ways to get a p-value of less than 0.01, as evidenced by this project.

In this particular case, the values are so extreme as to be meaningless. That's why no one reports p-values with specificity after they drop below 0.01.

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 18 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 18 because we have two variables measured over a period of 19 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.

[ 0.92, 0.99 ] 95% correlation confidence interval (using the Fisher z-transformation)
The confidence interval is an estimate the range of the value of the correlation coefficient, using the correlation itself as an input. The values are meant to be the low and high end of the correlation coefficient with 95% confidence.

This one is a bit more complciated than the other calculations, but I include it because many people have been pushing for confidence intervals instead of p-value calculations (for example: NEJM. However, if you are dredging data, you can reliably find yourself in the 5%. That's my goal!


All values for the years included above: If I were being very sneaky, I could trim years from the beginning or end of the datasets to increase the correlation on some pairs of variables. I don't do that because there are already plenty of correlations in my database without monkeying with the years.

Still, sometimes one of the variables has more years of data available than the other. This page only shows the overlapping years. To see all the years, click on "See what else correlates with..." link above.
2004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022
Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms (Billion USD)294.9298.5290.2339.6377.7343.3365.6420.4449.8483.8483.1440.8412.3425.4424.9427.7452.2513.2604.1
Google searches for 'who is the doctor' (Rel. search volume)3.916676.666676.333337.416671414.517.583324.527.416748.83333530.083324.416730.083326.2525.583338.166749.166762




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([294.9,298.5,290.2,339.6,377.7,343.3,365.6,420.4,449.8,483.8,483.1,440.8,412.3,425.4,424.9,427.7,452.2,513.2,604.1,])
array_2 = np.array([3.91667,6.66667,6.33333,7.41667,14,14.5,17.5833,24.5,27.4167,48.8333,35,30.0833,24.4167,30.0833,26.25,25.5833,38.1667,49.1667,62,])
array_1_name = "Yearly Total Gross Income of US Farms"
array_2_name = "Google searches for 'who is the doctor'"

# 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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