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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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and the second variable is Netflix's stock price (NFLX).  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 Maevellous individuals in the world rose, so did the demand for Netflix, leading to a Maeve-lous boost in their stock price. It's clear that with more people tuning in, Netflix is raeving in the profits!

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image of a group of people gathered around a vibrant, pulsating TV screen, their faces reflecting the kaleidoscopic colors and patterns emanating from the display. They exude an aura of excitement and enthusiasm as they fervently discuss the latest hit series, "Maeve's Mystery," that plays on the screen. Behind them, the stock ticker glows with energy, displaying the Netflix stock price rising steadily amidst a backdrop of swirling, psychedelic patterns. 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: Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price. 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: Cubism Brutalism Psychedelic Psychedelic Charcoal
ChatGPT: Psychedelic

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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price together. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: A group of people gathering around a TV, excitedly discussing the latest hit series on Netflix called "Maeve's Mystery". In the background, the stock ticker shows Netflix's stock price rising steadily.

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: [ Psychedelic ] and depicting this scene: A group of people gathering around a TV, excitedly discussing the latest hit series on Netflix called "Maeve's Mystery". In the background, the stock ticker shows Netflix's stock price rising steadily. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image of a group of people gathered around a vibrant, pulsating TV screen, their faces reflecting the kaleidoscopic colors and patterns emanating from the display. They exude an aura of excitement and enthusiasm as they fervently discuss the latest hit series, "Maeve's Mystery," that plays on the screen. Behind them, the stock ticker glows with energy, displaying the Netflix stock price rising steadily amidst a backdrop of swirling, psychedelic patterns.

*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 Popularity of the first name Maeve caused Netflix's stock price (NFLX) to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

Journal of Quirky Analytics

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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns.

Make the title seem clever.

Your research team used data from US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9934542 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]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!


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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

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Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The interplay between human cultural trends and financial markets has long been a source of fascination for researchers and investors alike. From the influence of celebrity endorsements to the impact of social media trends, the ways in which societal phenomena intersect with stock prices are as varied as they are perplexing. In this vein, our study delves into the curious case of the first name Maeve and its unexpected correlation with the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).

While traditional financial analysis often focuses on macroeconomic indicators and company-specific fundamentals, our investigation takes a more whimsical turn by examining the popularity of a given name and its potential influence on the performance of a leading streaming platform. As the saying goes, "What's in a name?" – our research aims to shed light on whether there might be more significance to a name than Shakespeare might have imagined.

The title "Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers" underscores the playful spirit of our inquiry, as we set out to explore this peculiar relationship with a lighthearted yet rigorous approach. Our study draws on data from the US Social Security Administration, providing insights into the ebb and flow of the name's popularity over the years. Meanwhile, stock price data for Netflix were sourced from LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), offering a comprehensive view of the company's market performance during the period under scrutiny.

As we embark on this curious endeavor, we invite readers to join us in uncovering the enigma that is Maeve's influence on Netflix's stock price. Settle in and prepare for an academic journey that promises to be as entertaining as it is illuminating. After all, as we unravel the mysteries of Maeve and Netflix, we might just find ourselves on the brink of a revelation that transcends both name trends and market dynamics.


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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). 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 you might move on to cartoons and children's shows that you watched for research.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The interplay between human cultural trends and financial markets has long been a source of fascination for researchers and investors alike. From the influence of celebrity endorsements to the impact of social media trends, the ways in which societal phenomena intersect with stock prices are as varied as they are perplexing. In this vein, our study delves into the curious case of the first name Maeve and its unexpected correlation with the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).
While traditional financial analysis often focuses on macroeconomic indicators and company-specific fundamentals, our investigation takes a more whimsical turn by examining the popularity of a given name and its potential influence on the performance of a leading streaming platform. As the saying goes, "What's in a name?" – our research aims to shed light on whether there might be more significance to a name than Shakespeare might have imagined.
The title "Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers" underscores the playful spirit of our inquiry, as we set out to explore this peculiar relationship with a lighthearted yet rigorous approach. Our study draws on data from the US Social Security Administration, providing insights into the ebb and flow of the name's popularity over the years. Meanwhile, stock price data for Netflix were sourced from LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), offering a comprehensive view of the company's market performance during the period under scrutiny.
As we embark on this curious endeavor, we invite readers to join us in uncovering the enigma that is Maeve's influence on Netflix's stock price. Settle in and prepare for an academic journey that promises to be as entertaining as it is illuminating. After all, as we unravel the mysteries of Maeve and Netflix, we might just find ourselves on the brink of a revelation that transcends both name trends and market dynamics.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

The study of unconventional factors influencing stock prices is not a novelty. Smith (2008) delved into the impact of weather patterns on market fluctuations, while Doe (2015) scrutinized the correlation between lunar phases and stock performance. However, our current investigation ventures into uncharted territory by examining the interplay between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).

In "The Power of Names," Jones and Smith (2017) expounded on the psychological significance of names, shedding light on the societal implications of nomenclature. While their work primarily centered on the influence of names in interpersonal relationships, our study seeks to extend this inquiry into the financial domain, exploring whether the allure of the name Maeve extends beyond individual interactions to impact the stock market's movements.

Moving beyond conventional scholarly works, our exploration draws inspiration from diverse sources. "The Naming," a non-fiction work by Doe (2013), provides a comprehensive analysis of the cultural significance of names across different eras, offering intriguing insights into the potential symbolic power of names in shaping societal trends. In a similar vein, "The Power of Myth" by Campbell (1991) uncovers the archetypal resonance of names, hinting at the deeper symbolic undercurrents that may transcend into the realm of financial markets.

However, our journey also led us to unconventional sources that might raise a few skeptical eyebrows within the scholarly community. As avid consumers of various forms of media, the authors could not resist drawing parallels between the mysterious allure of the name Maeve and the enigmatic plot twists of a certain popular television series, "Westworld." Could it be that the name's popularity mirrors the enigmatic allure of the show, capturing the imagination of individuals and potential investors alike? This speculative notion, while quirky, adds a touch of levity to our investigation, prompting us to ponder the unexpected intersections between fiction and finance.

Furthermore, our exploration included a not-so-serious perusal of children's cartoons, with "Maeve the Magnificent" being a standout character in a beloved animated series. While the parallels between this whimsical character and the fluctuations of NFLX stock price might appear fanciful, our foray into this lighthearted domain underscored the playful and imaginative nature of our inquiry.

In combining a lighthearted approach with rigorous statistical analysis, we aim to illuminate the potential significance of the name Maeve in the financial arena, while also adding a touch of whimsy to the academic discourse. As we traverse the landscape of nomenclature and market dynamics, our findings promise to entertain and intrigue, offering a fresh perspective that hints at the possibility of serendipitous correlations in the complex web of cultural and financial phenomena.


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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration 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]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The interplay between human cultural trends and financial markets has long been a source of fascination for researchers and investors alike. From the influence of celebrity endorsements to the impact of social media trends, the ways in which societal phenomena intersect with stock prices are as varied as they are perplexing. In this vein, our study delves into the curious case of the first name Maeve and its unexpected correlation with the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).
While traditional financial analysis often focuses on macroeconomic indicators and company-specific fundamentals, our investigation takes a more whimsical turn by examining the popularity of a given name and its potential influence on the performance of a leading streaming platform. As the saying goes, "What's in a name?" – our research aims to shed light on whether there might be more significance to a name than Shakespeare might have imagined.
The title "Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers" underscores the playful spirit of our inquiry, as we set out to explore this peculiar relationship with a lighthearted yet rigorous approach. Our study draws on data from the US Social Security Administration, providing insights into the ebb and flow of the name's popularity over the years. Meanwhile, stock price data for Netflix were sourced from LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), offering a comprehensive view of the company's market performance during the period under scrutiny.
As we embark on this curious endeavor, we invite readers to join us in uncovering the enigma that is Maeve's influence on Netflix's stock price. Settle in and prepare for an academic journey that promises to be as entertaining as it is illuminating. After all, as we unravel the mysteries of Maeve and Netflix, we might just find ourselves on the brink of a revelation that transcends both name trends and market dynamics.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

**[[METHODOLOGY]]**

To peel back the layers of this peculiar correlation between the popularity of the name Maeve and the stock price of Netflix (NFLX), our research team ventured into the labyrinth of data analysis with a twinkle in our eyes and a spreadsheet in hand. Our methodology sought to combine the rigors of statistical inquiry with a dash of whimsy, mirroring the unexpected nexus that we set out to explore.

*Data Collection*

The first step of our odyssey involved harvesting data from the US Social Security Administration to capture the undulating tides of Maeve's moniker popularity from 2003 to 2022. Harnessing the power of numbers, we meticulously combed through birth records and built a comprehensive dataset that guided our expedition into the alluring realm of nomenclature dynamics.

Simultaneously, stock price data for Netflix (NFLX) was procured from the esteemed LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), serving as our compass through the labyrinth of market fluctuations. With this wealth of financial data at our fingertips, we prepared to embark on a journey to uncover any hidden patterns intertwining Maeve's mystique and the ebb and flow of Netflix's numeric fate.

*Statistical Analysis*

Armed with our dual datasets, we delved into the realm of statistical analysis with the zeal of intrepid explorers charting uncharted territories. Our approach encompassed various analytical techniques, including time series analysis, correlation matrices, and regression modeling. While our methods upheld the standards of scientific rigor, our fervor for unraveling this idiosyncratic puzzle infused each equation and coefficient with a touch of speculative wonder.

For the quantitatively inclined reader, our analysis involved beauty-crafted equations that could make a mathematician blush and a market analyst swoon. Through multivariate regression models and goodness-of-fit statistics, we endeavored to discern any underlying patterns that might hint at the clandestine dance between Maeve's allure and Netflix's financial fortunes.

*Control Variables and Sensitivity Analysis*

In our pursuit of empirical truth, we carefully considered potential confounding factors that could cast shadows on our findings. Control variables such as market trends, macroeconomic indicators, and seasonality were scrutinized, ensuring that our exploration of Maeve's influence on NFLX stock price remained firmly anchored amidst the tempestuous seas of market dynamics.

Additionally, sensitivity analysis was employed to test the robustness of our results and to illuminate any lurking uncertainties that could jeopardize the veracity of our findings. This was done with a seriousness that was only slightly marred by the temptation to rename the analysis "Sensitivity to Maeve-ters."

*Ethical and Interpretive Framework*

As guardians of scientific integrity, we approached this research endeavor with the steadfast commitment to ethical conduct and interpretive responsibility. Our gaze was unwaveringly fixed on unveiling the mysteries of Maeve's impact on Netflix's stock price, navigating the realms of data interpretation with a blend of levity and academic probity. The interpretive dance between statistical significance and meaningful inference was orchestrated with utmost care, as we endeavored to extract nuanced insights while resisting the siren call of spurious correlations.

And so, with our methodological toolkit in hand and a glint of intellectual curiosity in our eyes, we embarked on this scholarly escapade. Our rigorous yet sprightly approach captures the essence of our pursuit – an earnest quest for knowledge intertwined with the delight of uncovering unexpected connections.


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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv) .

For the time period 2003 to 2022, you found a correlation 0.9934542, r-squared of 0.9869513, 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]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

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And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The interplay between human cultural trends and financial markets has long been a source of fascination for researchers and investors alike. From the influence of celebrity endorsements to the impact of social media trends, the ways in which societal phenomena intersect with stock prices are as varied as they are perplexing. In this vein, our study delves into the curious case of the first name Maeve and its unexpected correlation with the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).
While traditional financial analysis often focuses on macroeconomic indicators and company-specific fundamentals, our investigation takes a more whimsical turn by examining the popularity of a given name and its potential influence on the performance of a leading streaming platform. As the saying goes, "What's in a name?" – our research aims to shed light on whether there might be more significance to a name than Shakespeare might have imagined.
The title "Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers" underscores the playful spirit of our inquiry, as we set out to explore this peculiar relationship with a lighthearted yet rigorous approach. Our study draws on data from the US Social Security Administration, providing insights into the ebb and flow of the name's popularity over the years. Meanwhile, stock price data for Netflix were sourced from LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), offering a comprehensive view of the company's market performance during the period under scrutiny.
As we embark on this curious endeavor, we invite readers to join us in uncovering the enigma that is Maeve's influence on Netflix's stock price. Settle in and prepare for an academic journey that promises to be as entertaining as it is illuminating. After all, as we unravel the mysteries of Maeve and Netflix, we might just find ourselves on the brink of a revelation that transcends both name trends and market dynamics.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The investigation into the connection between the prevalence of the moniker "Maeve" and the stock price of Netflix (NFLX) yielded remarkable findings. The correlation coefficient of 0.9934542 revealed a strikingly strong positive relationship between the popularity of the name Maeve and the fluctuations in NFLX stock price. This suggests that there may indeed be a peculiar correlation between the two, much to the amusement and bemusement of our research team.

The r-squared value of 0.9869513 further signifies the substantial proportion of variability in NFLX stock price that can be explained by the popularity of the name Maeve. It's as if the financial markets can't help but dance to the tune of this particular name, or perhaps it's the other way around!

Our analysis also ascertained the statistical significance of this correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01. This statistical significance underscores the likelihood that the observed relationship is not merely a product of chance. It's a bit like finding a four-leaf clover in your backyard – highly improbable, yet undeniably fascinating.

Figure 1 illustrates the robust correlation between the prevalence of the name Maeve and the corresponding Netflix stock price. This scatterplot provides a visual representation of the uncanny synchronicity between these seemingly disparate variables. One could almost imagine the echo of "Maeve" resonating through the halls of Wall Street!

In light of these findings, it may be prudent for investors to keep an eye on the ebb and flow of Maeve's popularity. Who knows, it might just be the key to unlocking the mystical forces that seem to sway the stock market. While our results have left us pondering the broader implications of a name on financial performance, we remain cautiously optimistic about the potential practical applications of our findings.

In conclusion, the correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price from 2003 to 2022 presents an intriguing conundrum that beckons further exploration. Our study not only sheds light on this whimsical relationship but also hints at the whims of fate that intertwine cultural phenomena and financial dynamics. As we bid adieu to this captivating investigation, we are left contemplating the enduring enigma of Maeve's moniker and its enthralling dance with the numbers of NFLX.


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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Limit your response to 500 tokens.

Here are the title, abstract, literature review, and results sections. Please harken back to 1-2 of the goofy items in the literature review, but pretend to take them completely seriously. Discuss how your results supported the prior research.

Do not write a conclusion. I will add a conclusion after this.

[[TITLE]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
The study of unconventional factors influencing stock prices is not a novelty. Smith (2008) delved into the impact of weather patterns on market fluctuations, while Doe (2015) scrutinized the correlation between lunar phases and stock performance. However, our current investigation ventures into uncharted territory by examining the interplay between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).
In "The Power of Names," Jones and Smith (2017) expounded on the psychological significance of names, shedding light on the societal implications of nomenclature. While their work primarily centered on the influence of names in interpersonal relationships, our study seeks to extend this inquiry into the financial domain, exploring whether the allure of the name Maeve extends beyond individual interactions to impact the stock market's movements.
Moving beyond conventional scholarly works, our exploration draws inspiration from diverse sources. "The Naming," a non-fiction work by Doe (2013), provides a comprehensive analysis of the cultural significance of names across different eras, offering intriguing insights into the potential symbolic power of names in shaping societal trends. In a similar vein, "The Power of Myth" by Campbell (1991) uncovers the archetypal resonance of names, hinting at the deeper symbolic undercurrents that may transcend into the realm of financial markets.
However, our journey also led us to unconventional sources that might raise a few skeptical eyebrows within the scholarly community. As avid consumers of various forms of media, the authors could not resist drawing parallels between the mysterious allure of the name Maeve and the enigmatic plot twists of a certain popular television series, "Westworld." Could it be that the name's popularity mirrors the enigmatic allure of the show, capturing the imagination of individuals and potential investors alike? This speculative notion, while quirky, adds a touch of levity to our investigation, prompting us to ponder the unexpected intersections between fiction and finance.
Furthermore, our exploration included a not-so-serious perusal of children's cartoons, with "Maeve the Magnificent" being a standout character in a beloved animated series. While the parallels between this whimsical character and the fluctuations of NFLX stock price might appear fanciful, our foray into this lighthearted domain underscored the playful and imaginative nature of our inquiry.
In combining a lighthearted approach with rigorous statistical analysis, we aim to illuminate the potential significance of the name Maeve in the financial arena, while also adding a touch of whimsy to the academic discourse. As we traverse the landscape of nomenclature and market dynamics, our findings promise to entertain and intrigue, offering a fresh perspective that hints at the possibility of serendipitous correlations in the complex web of cultural and financial phenomena.

[[RESULTS]]
The investigation into the connection between the prevalence of the moniker "Maeve" and the stock price of Netflix (NFLX) yielded remarkable findings. The correlation coefficient of 0.9934542 revealed a strikingly strong positive relationship between the popularity of the name Maeve and the fluctuations in NFLX stock price. This suggests that there may indeed be a peculiar correlation between the two, much to the amusement and bemusement of our research team.
The r-squared value of 0.9869513 further signifies the substantial proportion of variability in NFLX stock price that can be explained by the popularity of the name Maeve. It's as if the financial markets can't help but dance to the tune of this particular name, or perhaps it's the other way around!
Our analysis also ascertained the statistical significance of this correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01. This statistical significance underscores the likelihood that the observed relationship is not merely a product of chance. It's a bit like finding a four-leaf clover in your backyard – highly improbable, yet undeniably fascinating.
Figure 1 illustrates the robust correlation between the prevalence of the name Maeve and the corresponding Netflix stock price. This scatterplot provides a visual representation of the uncanny synchronicity between these seemingly disparate variables. One could almost imagine the echo of "Maeve" resonating through the halls of Wall Street!
In light of these findings, it may be prudent for investors to keep an eye on the ebb and flow of Maeve's popularity. Who knows, it might just be the key to unlocking the mystical forces that seem to sway the stock market. While our results have left us pondering the broader implications of a name on financial performance, we remain cautiously optimistic about the potential practical applications of our findings.
In conclusion, the correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price from 2003 to 2022 presents an intriguing conundrum that beckons further exploration. Our study not only sheds light on this whimsical relationship but also hints at the whims of fate that intertwine cultural phenomena and financial dynamics. As we bid adieu to this captivating investigation, we are left contemplating the enduring enigma of Maeve's moniker and its enthralling dance with the numbers of NFLX.

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[[DISCUSSION]]



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[[DISCUSSION]]

The positively robust correlation between the prevalence of the name Maeve and Netflix's stock price exemplifies the whimsical intertwining of seemingly incongruous elements. Our findings elicit a sense of wonder, akin to stumbling upon a captivating plot twist in a riveting tale. The statistical significance of this correlation, underscored by a p-value of less than 0.01, beckons us to ponder whether there is indeed more than meets the eye in this curious relationship. It is as if the financial markets have an ear for lilting names, and Maeve's melodious moniker appears to resonate with the ebbs and flows of NFLX stock price.

These results corroborate prior research, lending credence to the influential power of names in shaping societal trends. Literature by Jones and Smith (2017) has delineated the psychological significance of names, inciting thoughts on their potential sway beyond interpersonal interactions. Our investigation extends this discourse, suggesting that the allure of a name transcends into the financial stratosphere, where market dynamics seem to dance to the subtle tune of nomenclature. It's as if the "Maeve effect" extends beyond the colloquial to the financial, with ripples that make even the most seasoned investors do a double-take.

The enigmatic correlations we uncover harken back to the unconventional sources drawn upon in our literature review. While our initial comedic musings about parallels with a popular television series and a lighthearted children's cartoon may have elicited a chuckle, they serve as a striking reminder of the whimsy that intrudes upon the staid world of statistical analysis. It is in these unexpected intersections that the heart of our investigation lies – a delicate blend of analytical rigor and the delightful dance of fiction with finance.

As we traverse the landscape of nomenclature and market dynamics, our findings promise to entertain and intrigue, offering a fresh perspective that hints at the possibility of serendipitous correlations in the complex web of cultural and financial phenomena. Our study not only sheds light on this whimsical relationship but also hints at the whims of fate that intertwine cultural phenomena and financial dynamics.

The implications of our findings reach beyond the realm of statistical analysis, challenging traditional perceptions of market influences and encouraging a more holistic consideration of the multifaceted forces at play. Perhaps, in the labyrinth of financial markets, there exists a touch of magic – a whimsical interplay of numbers and names that beckons further exploration. As we bid adieu to this captivating investigation, we are left contemplating the enduring enigma of Maeve's moniker and its enthralling dance with the numbers of NFLX.


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 Popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price (NFLX). Make it seem dry like academic research paper, but with lots of subtle hidden offhand remarks, jokes, goofy observations, and puns. Stay serious and dry most of the time, but then occasionally let your wit shine through.

Limit your response to 300 tokens. At the very end, assert that no more research is needed in this area.

Here are the title, abstract, introduction, and results sections.
[[TITLE]]
Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price

[[ABSTRACT]]
This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The interplay between human cultural trends and financial markets has long been a source of fascination for researchers and investors alike. From the influence of celebrity endorsements to the impact of social media trends, the ways in which societal phenomena intersect with stock prices are as varied as they are perplexing. In this vein, our study delves into the curious case of the first name Maeve and its unexpected correlation with the stock price of Netflix (NFLX).
While traditional financial analysis often focuses on macroeconomic indicators and company-specific fundamentals, our investigation takes a more whimsical turn by examining the popularity of a given name and its potential influence on the performance of a leading streaming platform. As the saying goes, "What's in a name?" – our research aims to shed light on whether there might be more significance to a name than Shakespeare might have imagined.
The title "Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers" underscores the playful spirit of our inquiry, as we set out to explore this peculiar relationship with a lighthearted yet rigorous approach. Our study draws on data from the US Social Security Administration, providing insights into the ebb and flow of the name's popularity over the years. Meanwhile, stock price data for Netflix were sourced from LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), offering a comprehensive view of the company's market performance during the period under scrutiny.
As we embark on this curious endeavor, we invite readers to join us in uncovering the enigma that is Maeve's influence on Netflix's stock price. Settle in and prepare for an academic journey that promises to be as entertaining as it is illuminating. After all, as we unravel the mysteries of Maeve and Netflix, we might just find ourselves on the brink of a revelation that transcends both name trends and market dynamics.

[[RESULTS]]
The investigation into the connection between the prevalence of the moniker "Maeve" and the stock price of Netflix (NFLX) yielded remarkable findings. The correlation coefficient of 0.9934542 revealed a strikingly strong positive relationship between the popularity of the name Maeve and the fluctuations in NFLX stock price. This suggests that there may indeed be a peculiar correlation between the two, much to the amusement and bemusement of our research team.
The r-squared value of 0.9869513 further signifies the substantial proportion of variability in NFLX stock price that can be explained by the popularity of the name Maeve. It's as if the financial markets can't help but dance to the tune of this particular name, or perhaps it's the other way around!
Our analysis also ascertained the statistical significance of this correlation, with a p-value of less than 0.01. This statistical significance underscores the likelihood that the observed relationship is not merely a product of chance. It's a bit like finding a four-leaf clover in your backyard – highly improbable, yet undeniably fascinating.
Figure 1 illustrates the robust correlation between the prevalence of the name Maeve and the corresponding Netflix stock price. This scatterplot provides a visual representation of the uncanny synchronicity between these seemingly disparate variables. One could almost imagine the echo of "Maeve" resonating through the halls of Wall Street!
In light of these findings, it may be prudent for investors to keep an eye on the ebb and flow of Maeve's popularity. Who knows, it might just be the key to unlocking the mystical forces that seem to sway the stock market. While our results have left us pondering the broader implications of a name on financial performance, we remain cautiously optimistic about the potential practical applications of our findings.
In conclusion, the correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price from 2003 to 2022 presents an intriguing conundrum that beckons further exploration. Our study not only sheds light on this whimsical relationship but also hints at the whims of fate that intertwine cultural phenomena and financial dynamics. As we bid adieu to this captivating investigation, we are left contemplating the enduring enigma of Maeve's moniker and its enthralling dance with the numbers of NFLX.

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[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In closing, our exploration into the uncanny connection between the popularity of the first name Maeve and Netflix's stock price has unveiled a truly mesmerizing correlation. The robust correlation coefficient of 0.9934542 leaves us marveling at the whims of fate and the potential influence of nomenclature on the financial realm. It's as if the stock market has a secret penchant for the lyrical qualities of the name Maeve!

As we navigate the maze of statistics, it becomes increasingly clear that there may be more at play here than meets the eye. Could it be that Maeve holds the key to unlocking the mystical forces that sway the stock market? It's a tantalizing prospect, and one that tickles the imagination as much as it intrigues the intellect.

While our results invite a sense of wonder and amusement, they also nudge us to ponder the broader implications of cultural phenomena on financial dynamics. It's as if the name Maeve has woven itself into the very fabric of the stock market, leaving us to contemplate the interplay of human behavior and market movements in a whole new light.

In light of our findings, it may not be entirely far-fetched to consider the potential implications for investors. After all, who wouldn't want to ride the wave of Maeve's magnetism and potentially bolster their investment portfolio? We urge caution, however, as the enigma of Maeve and Netflix's numbers continues to beckon us down the rabbit hole of curiosity.

In the spirit of academic inquiry, we must acknowledge that our study raises more questions than it answers. The tantalizing correlation between Maeve's moniker and NFLX's stock price invites further exploration, but also leaves us in a state of whimsical perplexity. The allure of this peculiar relationship is undeniable, offering a rich tapestry for future researchers to unravel.

In conclusion, as we bid adieu to this captivating investigation, we are left to marvel at the enduring enigma of Maeve's moniker and its enthralling dance with the numbers of NFLX. With a nod to probability and a dash of delight, we assert that further research in this charmingly whimsical realm is tantamount to chasing a leprechaun – an endeavor that may lead to mirth and mystery, but perhaps not to definitive conclusions.


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 Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Quirky Analytics


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 Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Quirky Name Phenomena 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 Maeve's Moniker and Netflix's Numbers: An Examination of the Name's Popularity and Its Peculiar Relationship with NFLX Stock Price with an abstract of This paper investigates the curious correlation between the popularity of the first name Maeve and the stock price of the streaming behemoth Netflix (NFLX). Leveraging data from the US Social Security Administration and LSEG Analytics (Refinitiv), we embarked on a whimsical journey to untangle this enigma. Our findings revealed a jaw-dropping correlation coefficient of 0.9934542, with a p-value that would make any statistician do a double-take (< 0.01) from 2003 to 2022. While we initially suspected a mere coincidence, our results leave us pondering whether there may be more than meets the eye. Perhaps Maeve's magnetism extends beyond human interactions and echoes in the financial realm. So, the next time you encounter a Maeve, you might want to consider making some calculated investments – after all, it seems to be a name that's not just winning hearts, but also potentially the stock market!

ChatGPT:

Maeve popularity, Maeve name, Netflix stock price correlation, Maeve social security administration data, NFLX stock price correlation, Maeve name analysis, Maeve investment, Maeve popularity analysis

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Data details

Popularity of the first name Maeve
Detailed data title: Babies of all sexes born in the US named Maeve
Source: US Social Security Administration
See what else correlates with Popularity of the first name Maeve

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

See what else correlates with Netflix's stock price (NFLX)

Correlation r = 0.9934542 (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 = 0.9869513 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 98.7% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Netflix's stock price (NFLX)) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Popularity of the first name Maeve) over the 20 years from 2003 through 2022.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 2.05E-18. 0.0000000000000000020462486297
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 0.99 in 2.05E-16% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 488,699,166,604,504,832 random variables You don't actually need 488 quadrillion variables to find a correlation like this one. I don't have that many variables in my database. You can also correlate variables that are not independent. I do this a lot.

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

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

Just to be clear: I'm being completely transparent about the calculations. There is no math trickery. This is just how statistics shakes out when you calculate hundreds of millions of random correlations.
with the same 19 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 19 because we have two variables measured over a period of 20 years. It's just the number of years minus ( the number of variables minus one ), which in this case simplifies to the number of years minus one.
you would randomly expect to find a correlation as strong as this one.

[ 0.98, 1 ] 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
Popularity of the first name Maeve (Babies born)4133783984474804865085464895716256487038208679731303164422532659
Netflix's stock price (NFLX) (Stock price)0.854.111.83.873.713.794.227.932510.0413.652.449.15109124.96196.1259.28326.1539605.61




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.




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([413,378,398,447,480,486,508,546,489,571,625,648,703,820,867,973,1303,1644,2253,2659,])
array_2 = np.array([0.85,4.11,1.8,3.87,3.71,3.79,4.22,7.93,25,10.04,13.6,52.4,49.15,109,124.96,196.1,259.28,326.1,539,605.61,])
array_1_name = "Popularity of the first name Maeve"
array_2_name = "Netflix's stock price (NFLX)"

# 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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