about · email me · subscribe
Spurious correlation #4,885 · View random

A linear line chart with years as the X-axis and two variables on the Y-axis. The first variable is Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and the second variable is Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags.  The chart goes from 1990 to 2020, and the two variables track closely in value over that time. Small Image
Download png
, svg

AI explanation

The increased support for the Libertarian candidate led to more people demanding freedom of choice, including the freedom to drive cars with faulty airbags, creating a deflating situation for car manufacturers.

Model: dalle-3
Prompt: Generate an image where a bustling Kentucky highway is depicted on the cover of a TIME magazine. Show various cars with "Libertarian for President" bumper stickers braving the roadway, with some drivers defiantly continuing to drive vehicles with visible faulty airbags. Meanwhile, in the background, car manufacturers earnestly work to address the growing safety concern. Make sure to capture the tension between personal freedom and safety in the visual. 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: Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. 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: Woodblock painting A TIME magazine cover image High-tech Pop art Minimalism
ChatGPT: A TIME magazine cover image

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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags, in the following situation: The increased support for the Libertarian candidate led to more people demanding freedom of choice, including the freedom to drive cars with faulty airbags, creating a deflating situation for car manufacturers.. Keep the description simple.
ChatGPT: In Kentucky, people proudly displaying "Libertarian for President" bumper stickers on their cars drive along the highway, where numerous vehicles are being recalled for faulty airbags. Some drivers are defiantly stating their freedom of choice, insisting on driving their cars with the faulty airbags, while car manufacturers scramble to address the growing safety concern.

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 TIME magazine cover image ] and depicting this scene: In Kentucky, people proudly displaying "Libertarian for President" bumper stickers on their cars drive along the highway, where numerous vehicles are being recalled for faulty airbags. Some drivers are defiantly stating their freedom of choice, insisting on driving their cars with the faulty airbags, while car manufacturers scramble to address the growing safety concern. Keep the visual depiction simple. Do not include any words or speech bubbles.
ChatGPT: Generate an image where a bustling Kentucky highway is depicted on the cover of a TIME magazine. Show various cars with "Libertarian for President" bumper stickers braving the roadway, with some drivers defiantly continuing to drive vehicles with visible faulty airbags. Meanwhile, in the background, car manufacturers earnestly work to address the growing safety concern. Make sure to capture the tension between personal freedom and safety in the visual.

*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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky caused Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags to increase. Include one good pun.

AI academic paper

(Because p < 0.01)
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

Journal of Quirky Correlations

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 silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Make the title an alliteration.

Your research team used data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse and US DOT to assess this nagging question. You found a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for 1990 to 2020.

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]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[INTRODUCTION]]



ChatGPT:
[[INTRODUCTION]]

The connection between political leanings and automotive safety concerns has long been a topic of interest, and our study aimed to shed light on one such intriguing correlation. With a focus on Kentucky, the Bluegrass State known for its horse racing and bourbon, we set out to explore the unexpected link between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate and automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions.

As we delved into the data, we couldn't help but marvel at the fascinating relationship between these two seemingly disparate elements. It's as if politics and automotive safety have intertwined in a waltz of statistical significance - talk about a political party crasher!

Our study unearthed a correlation coefficient that is undeniably as robust as an airbag deployment itself, leaving us to ponder the possible mechanisms at play. It's like trying to deflate a political balloon only to have it bounce back with automotive airbag anomalies!

The findings of our research may prompt many unexpected reactions, much like a surprise airbag deployment. But before we reveal our exhilarating results, let's buckle up and take a jocular detour for a dad joke pit stop: Why did the Libertarian candidate's election campaign take off like a malfunctioning airbag? Because it had a lot of political "hot air"!

Now, as we shift back into serious research mode, we invite you to join us in exploring the peculiar correlation between Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, ready to be blown away by the unexpected insights that lie ahead. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a journey that's bound to be both data-driven and delightfully droll.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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 name some cartoons and childrens' shows that you watched that are related to the topic.

Here is the title and abstract of the paper:
[[TITLE]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

-------

And here is the introduction section that led to this literature review:
[[INTRODUCTION]]
The connection between political leanings and automotive safety concerns has long been a topic of interest, and our study aimed to shed light on one such intriguing correlation. With a focus on Kentucky, the Bluegrass State known for its horse racing and bourbon, we set out to explore the unexpected link between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate and automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions.
As we delved into the data, we couldn't help but marvel at the fascinating relationship between these two seemingly disparate elements. It's as if politics and automotive safety have intertwined in a waltz of statistical significance - talk about a political party crasher!
Our study unearthed a correlation coefficient that is undeniably as robust as an airbag deployment itself, leaving us to ponder the possible mechanisms at play. It's like trying to deflate a political balloon only to have it bounce back with automotive airbag anomalies!
The findings of our research may prompt many unexpected reactions, much like a surprise airbag deployment. But before we reveal our exhilarating results, let's buckle up and take a jocular detour for a dad joke pit stop: Why did the Libertarian candidate's election campaign take off like a malfunctioning airbag? Because it had a lot of political "hot air"!
Now, as we shift back into serious research mode, we invite you to join us in exploring the peculiar correlation between Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, ready to be blown away by the unexpected insights that lie ahead. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a journey that's bound to be both data-driven and delightfully droll.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]



ChatGPT:
[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]

Smith and Doe (2015) conducted a study on the political inclinations in US states, and while their focus was not specifically on Kentucky, their findings highlighted the broader diversity of political beliefs across the nation. This comprehensive analysis offers valuable context for the intriguing variations in voting behavior that we observe, especially in relation to the Libertarian party's appeal. It's almost as if these political trends are as unpredictable as an airbag deployment - talk about an unexpected political pop!

Jones et al. (2018) delved into the intricacies of automotive recalls and their implications for consumer safety. Their research underscored the critical importance of addressing airbag malfunctions promptly and effectively, emphasizing the potential consequences of overlooking such safety concerns. It's like a cautionary tale for both political and automotive realms - after all, a stitch in time saves nine airbags!

Turning the pages of "Automotive Anomalies: A Saga of Airbags and Political Partisanship" by Car Enthusiast, we encounter a narrative that weaves together the turbulent landscape of political divisions and the unexpected ripples of automotive safety issues. This enigmatic connection between vehicular malfunctions and voting preferences seems to be steering us into uncharted territory - buckle up for an illuminating ride!

In "Libertarian Leanings: A Political Journey" by Policy Pundit, the author takes a deep dive into the philosophical underpinnings of Libertarianism and its resonance among certain demographics. This exploration of political ideologies provides a thought-provoking backdrop for understanding the voting dynamics that may influence the peculiar correlation we've unearthed. It's like the perfect blend of political theory and automotive mystery, yielding a cocktail of scholarly intrigue!

Diving into the world of fiction, "The Airbag Affair" by Mystery Maven invites readers into a gripping tale of suspense and unexpected twists, mirroring the captivating enigma of our research findings. This captivating narrative sets the stage for our own intellectual escapade, as we unravel the captivating mystery of Kentucky's political landscape and bizarre automotive occurrences. It's almost as if we're living in a novel of our own making - the plot thickens!

Shifting gears to the realm of animation, viewers of "Retro Car Adventures" and "Political Pals" may find themselves unwittingly drawn into the playful yet poignant parallels between automotive safety and political dynamics. These childhood favorites offer a whimsical lens through which to view our research findings, reminding us that even the most unexpected connections can be illuminated in the light of whimsy. It's like taking a joyride down memory lane, with a splash of scholarly whimsy thrown in for good measure!

As we navigate through the diverse landscapes of literature, from scholarly research to fiction and childhood nostalgia, we are reminded that the unexpected can often hold the key to unlocking new avenues of understanding. With a dose of humor and a dash of scholarly insight, our journey into the curious correlation between Kentucky's political leanings and airbag anomalies promises to be an adventure worth savoring. So, let's rev up our engines and prepare for a wild ride through the fascinating intersection of politics and automotive escapades!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse and US DOT . You used data from 1990 to 2020

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]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

[[INTRODUCTION]]
The connection between political leanings and automotive safety concerns has long been a topic of interest, and our study aimed to shed light on one such intriguing correlation. With a focus on Kentucky, the Bluegrass State known for its horse racing and bourbon, we set out to explore the unexpected link between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate and automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions.
As we delved into the data, we couldn't help but marvel at the fascinating relationship between these two seemingly disparate elements. It's as if politics and automotive safety have intertwined in a waltz of statistical significance - talk about a political party crasher!
Our study unearthed a correlation coefficient that is undeniably as robust as an airbag deployment itself, leaving us to ponder the possible mechanisms at play. It's like trying to deflate a political balloon only to have it bounce back with automotive airbag anomalies!
The findings of our research may prompt many unexpected reactions, much like a surprise airbag deployment. But before we reveal our exhilarating results, let's buckle up and take a jocular detour for a dad joke pit stop: Why did the Libertarian candidate's election campaign take off like a malfunctioning airbag? Because it had a lot of political "hot air"!
Now, as we shift back into serious research mode, we invite you to join us in exploring the peculiar correlation between Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, ready to be blown away by the unexpected insights that lie ahead. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a journey that's bound to be both data-driven and delightfully droll.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[METHODOLOGY]]



ChatGPT:

[[METHODOLOGY]]

To unravel the mysterious entanglement of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for airbag anomalies, our research team embarked on a data-driven odyssey that would make Odysseus himself envious. Our methodology employed a combination of statistical analysis, data mining, and a touch of whimsy to illuminate this unexpected correlation. We'd like to think of our approach as akin to navigating through a labyrinthine maze, albeit one that's filled with political intrigue and automotive anomalies.

Firstly, we gathered data from the MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and the US Department of Transportation (DOT). We sifted through a treasure trove of information spanning from 1990 to 2020, carefully compiling data on votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It was a bit like panning for gold, but instead of nuggets, we were sifting through numbers and election results.

Next, we donned our statistical hats and put our number-crunching skills to the test. Utilizing a combination of correlation analysis and regression modeling, we sought to unveil the intricate dance between political preferences and automotive safety concerns. Picture this as a statistical tango: we carefully led the data through the intricate steps of analysis, all the while keeping an eye out for any unexpected dips or twirls in the correlation.

But we didn't stop there. Oh no, our quest for understanding knew no bounds! In a quixotic pursuit of uncovering hidden patterns, we delved into the depths of Kentucky's political landscape, uncovering historical voting trends and combing through automotive recall records with the fervor of archeologists unearthing ancient artifacts. It was like piecing together a puzzle, one that's composed of equal parts political whimsy and automotive intrigue.

In a nod to the curious nature of our research, we even ventured into the realm of qualitative analysis. Armed with an assortment of colorful metaphors and whimsical analogies, we endeavored to capture the essence of this peculiar correlation in a manner that would appeal not only to the academically inclined but also to those with an appreciation for the unexpected. Think of it as infusing our research with a dash of academic flair and a sprinkle of irreverent wit.

Lastly, we subjected our findings to rigorous peer review, welcoming feedback from fellow researchers and scholars. This process served as a crucible, refining our insights and ensuring that our conclusions were as robust as a well-engineered airbag system. After all, even the most whimsical of research endeavors must undergo the rigors of scholarly scrutiny.

As we wrap up this section and prepare to unveil the tantalizing results of our inquiry, let's indulge in one last dad joke interlude: Why did the statistical analyst bring a ladder to the data analysis party? Because she heard the correlation was off the charts! Rest assured, our statistical ladder was firmly in place as we climbed to new heights of uncovering the unexpected connection between Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies.


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

Your research team collected data from all across the internet, but mostly just used information from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse and US DOT .

For the time period 1990 to 2020, you found a correlation 0.9705796, r-squared of 0.9420248, 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]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

-------

And here is the methodology section that led to this result:
[[METHODOLOGY]]
The connection between political leanings and automotive safety concerns has long been a topic of interest, and our study aimed to shed light on one such intriguing correlation. With a focus on Kentucky, the Bluegrass State known for its horse racing and bourbon, we set out to explore the unexpected link between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate and automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions.
As we delved into the data, we couldn't help but marvel at the fascinating relationship between these two seemingly disparate elements. It's as if politics and automotive safety have intertwined in a waltz of statistical significance - talk about a political party crasher!
Our study unearthed a correlation coefficient that is undeniably as robust as an airbag deployment itself, leaving us to ponder the possible mechanisms at play. It's like trying to deflate a political balloon only to have it bounce back with automotive airbag anomalies!
The findings of our research may prompt many unexpected reactions, much like a surprise airbag deployment. But before we reveal our exhilarating results, let's buckle up and take a jocular detour for a dad joke pit stop: Why did the Libertarian candidate's election campaign take off like a malfunctioning airbag? Because it had a lot of political "hot air"!
Now, as we shift back into serious research mode, we invite you to join us in exploring the peculiar correlation between Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, ready to be blown away by the unexpected insights that lie ahead. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a journey that's bound to be both data-driven and delightfully droll.

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[RESULTS]]



ChatGPT:

[[RESULTS]]

The correlation analysis between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for airbag issues revealed a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9705796. With an r-squared value of 0.9420248 and a p-value of less than 0.01, the statistical significance of this correlation cannot be dismissed. These results demonstrate a compelling association that cannot be easily deflated - much like an overinflated airbag!

The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually represents the striking relationship between the two variables, highlighting the upward trend as the number of votes for the Libertarian candidate increases alongside a corresponding uptick in automotive recalls for airbag anomalies. The data points are as interconnected as the intricate mechanism of an airbag deployment - talk about an unexpected political safety feature!

Our research has unveiled a correlation that may appear as surprising as an unexpected airbag deployment. The findings provoke a chuckle-worthy irony, as the significance of votes for the Libertarian candidate seems to inflate alongside the occurrence of automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions. It's like witnessing a political balloon race alongside a series of airbag deployments - a truly unexpected juxtaposition!

In summary, our research has brought to light the remarkable correlation between Kentucky's political preferences and automotive safety concerns. This unexpected connection not only warrants further investigation but also sparks a lighthearted appreciation for the unexpected quirks of statistical analysis. As we navigate through the curiously correlated landscape of political leanings and automotive anomalies, we invite you to join us in this peculiar exploration, ready to buckle up for a delightful mix of statistical insight and humorous musings. Remember, when it comes to uncovering surprising correlations, it's crucial to keep your sense of humor fully inflated!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

[[LITERATURE REVIEW]]
Smith and Doe (2015) conducted a study on the political inclinations in US states, and while their focus was not specifically on Kentucky, their findings highlighted the broader diversity of political beliefs across the nation. This comprehensive analysis offers valuable context for the intriguing variations in voting behavior that we observe, especially in relation to the Libertarian party's appeal. It's almost as if these political trends are as unpredictable as an airbag deployment - talk about an unexpected political pop!
Jones et al. (2018) delved into the intricacies of automotive recalls and their implications for consumer safety. Their research underscored the critical importance of addressing airbag malfunctions promptly and effectively, emphasizing the potential consequences of overlooking such safety concerns. It's like a cautionary tale for both political and automotive realms - after all, a stitch in time saves nine airbags!
Turning the pages of "Automotive Anomalies: A Saga of Airbags and Political Partisanship" by Car Enthusiast, we encounter a narrative that weaves together the turbulent landscape of political divisions and the unexpected ripples of automotive safety issues. This enigmatic connection between vehicular malfunctions and voting preferences seems to be steering us into uncharted territory - buckle up for an illuminating ride!
In "Libertarian Leanings: A Political Journey" by Policy Pundit, the author takes a deep dive into the philosophical underpinnings of Libertarianism and its resonance among certain demographics. This exploration of political ideologies provides a thought-provoking backdrop for understanding the voting dynamics that may influence the peculiar correlation we've unearthed. It's like the perfect blend of political theory and automotive mystery, yielding a cocktail of scholarly intrigue!
Diving into the world of fiction, "The Airbag Affair" by Mystery Maven invites readers into a gripping tale of suspense and unexpected twists, mirroring the captivating enigma of our research findings. This captivating narrative sets the stage for our own intellectual escapade, as we unravel the captivating mystery of Kentucky's political landscape and bizarre automotive occurrences. It's almost as if we're living in a novel of our own making - the plot thickens!
Shifting gears to the realm of animation, viewers of "Retro Car Adventures" and "Political Pals" may find themselves unwittingly drawn into the playful yet poignant parallels between automotive safety and political dynamics. These childhood favorites offer a whimsical lens through which to view our research findings, reminding us that even the most unexpected connections can be illuminated in the light of whimsy. It's like taking a joyride down memory lane, with a splash of scholarly whimsy thrown in for good measure!
As we navigate through the diverse landscapes of literature, from scholarly research to fiction and childhood nostalgia, we are reminded that the unexpected can often hold the key to unlocking new avenues of understanding. With a dose of humor and a dash of scholarly insight, our journey into the curious correlation between Kentucky's political leanings and airbag anomalies promises to be an adventure worth savoring. So, let's rev up our engines and prepare for a wild ride through the fascinating intersection of politics and automotive escapades!

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for airbag issues revealed a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9705796. With an r-squared value of 0.9420248 and a p-value of less than 0.01, the statistical significance of this correlation cannot be dismissed. These results demonstrate a compelling association that cannot be easily deflated - much like an overinflated airbag!
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually represents the striking relationship between the two variables, highlighting the upward trend as the number of votes for the Libertarian candidate increases alongside a corresponding uptick in automotive recalls for airbag anomalies. The data points are as interconnected as the intricate mechanism of an airbag deployment - talk about an unexpected political safety feature!
Our research has unveiled a correlation that may appear as surprising as an unexpected airbag deployment. The findings provoke a chuckle-worthy irony, as the significance of votes for the Libertarian candidate seems to inflate alongside the occurrence of automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions. It's like witnessing a political balloon race alongside a series of airbag deployments - a truly unexpected juxtaposition!
In summary, our research has brought to light the remarkable correlation between Kentucky's political preferences and automotive safety concerns. This unexpected connection not only warrants further investigation but also sparks a lighthearted appreciation for the unexpected quirks of statistical analysis. As we navigate through the curiously correlated landscape of political leanings and automotive anomalies, we invite you to join us in this peculiar exploration, ready to buckle up for a delightful mix of statistical insight and humorous musings. Remember, when it comes to uncovering surprising correlations, it's crucial to keep your sense of humor fully inflated!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[DISCUSSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[DISCUSSION]]
Our findings reveal a remarkably strong correlation between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag issues. The results provide empirical support for the previously uncharted territory of political leanings and automotive anomalies, reinforcing the need to delve deeper into the unexpected interplay between these seemingly disparate domains. It seems that in the case of Kentucky, political preferences and automotive safety concerns are as tightly connected as a seatbelt!

Our study's results align with the existing literature, emphasizing the unpredictability of political beliefs noted by Smith and Doe (2015). The diversity of political inclinations across the nation finds an intriguing reflection in the peculiar correlation we've uncovered in Kentucky. Much like the variety of airbag deployment scenarios, political preferences exhibit their own unexpected trajectories, creating a political landscape as unpredictable as a wayward airbag.

Furthermore, our findings support the critical importance of addressing automotive safety issues highlighted by Jones et al. (2018). The correlation between Libertarian votes and airbag recalls underscores the significance of promptly and effectively responding to safety concerns. It's almost as if the stakes are as high as an airbag deployment when it comes to ensuring safety in both political and automotive domains.

This unexpected connection between voting behaviors and automotive safety concerns also resonates with the explorations of "Automotive Anomalies: A Saga of Airbags and Political Partisanship" by Car Enthusiast. It seems that our research has steered into uncharted territory, unraveling the intricacies of political divisions and automotive safety issues in ways that mirror the unexpected ripples highlighted in the narrative. It's as if our findings are driving us down a road less traveled, filled with intriguing twists and turns!

Delving into "Libertarian Leanings: A Political Journey" by Policy Pundit, our research findings shed light on the resonance of Libertarianism and its influence on voting dynamics in Kentucky. This study into political ideologies provides a thought-provoking backdrop for understanding the peculiar correlation we've unearthed. The unexpected connection between political leanings and automotive safety issues serves as an illuminating journey, blending the philosophical underpinnings of Libertarianism with the curious intersection of automotive safety concerns. It's like a fascinating fusion of political theory and automotive mystery, yielding an intellectually compelling cocktail of scholarly intrigue!

As we navigate through the unexpected correlations in our research, we find ourselves embracing the whimsical parallels between automotive safety and political dynamics highlighted in "Retro Car Adventures" and "Political Pals." It's almost as if our scholarly pursuits have taken a joyride down memory lane, intertwining the serious pursuit of knowledge with a playful yet poignant lens. The surprising parallels between seemingly unrelated phenomena have illuminated the scholarly endeavor with a splash of fun and a dash of unexpected connections, reminding us that even the most serious pursuits can be infused with moments of lighthearted curiosity.

In summary, our research has not only illuminated a surprising correlation between political leanings and automotive safety concerns but has also highlighted the need for a nuanced understanding of the unexpected connections that shape our world. As we embark on this peculiar journey through the intersection of political preferences and automotive anomalies, we invite you to join us in unraveling the delightfully unexpected correlations that await. After all, when it comes to scholarly pursuits, keeping a sense of humor fully inflated is just as important as maintaining airbag safety!


Model: gpt-3.5-turbo-1106
System prompt: You are a silly researcher writing an academic paper.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 Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky and Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags. You can't resist a good dad joke. Add a relevant dad joke related to the content every couple of sentences.

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]]
Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation

[[ABSTRACT]]
In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!

Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!

Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!

In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

[[INTRDUCTION]]
The connection between political leanings and automotive safety concerns has long been a topic of interest, and our study aimed to shed light on one such intriguing correlation. With a focus on Kentucky, the Bluegrass State known for its horse racing and bourbon, we set out to explore the unexpected link between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate and automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions.
As we delved into the data, we couldn't help but marvel at the fascinating relationship between these two seemingly disparate elements. It's as if politics and automotive safety have intertwined in a waltz of statistical significance - talk about a political party crasher!
Our study unearthed a correlation coefficient that is undeniably as robust as an airbag deployment itself, leaving us to ponder the possible mechanisms at play. It's like trying to deflate a political balloon only to have it bounce back with automotive airbag anomalies!
The findings of our research may prompt many unexpected reactions, much like a surprise airbag deployment. But before we reveal our exhilarating results, let's buckle up and take a jocular detour for a dad joke pit stop: Why did the Libertarian candidate's election campaign take off like a malfunctioning airbag? Because it had a lot of political "hot air"!
Now, as we shift back into serious research mode, we invite you to join us in exploring the peculiar correlation between Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, ready to be blown away by the unexpected insights that lie ahead. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a journey that's bound to be both data-driven and delightfully droll.

[[RESULTS]]
The correlation analysis between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for airbag issues revealed a remarkably strong correlation coefficient of 0.9705796. With an r-squared value of 0.9420248 and a p-value of less than 0.01, the statistical significance of this correlation cannot be dismissed. These results demonstrate a compelling association that cannot be easily deflated - much like an overinflated airbag!
The scatterplot (Fig. 1) visually represents the striking relationship between the two variables, highlighting the upward trend as the number of votes for the Libertarian candidate increases alongside a corresponding uptick in automotive recalls for airbag anomalies. The data points are as interconnected as the intricate mechanism of an airbag deployment - talk about an unexpected political safety feature!
Our research has unveiled a correlation that may appear as surprising as an unexpected airbag deployment. The findings provoke a chuckle-worthy irony, as the significance of votes for the Libertarian candidate seems to inflate alongside the occurrence of automotive recalls for airbag malfunctions. It's like witnessing a political balloon race alongside a series of airbag deployments - a truly unexpected juxtaposition!
In summary, our research has brought to light the remarkable correlation between Kentucky's political preferences and automotive safety concerns. This unexpected connection not only warrants further investigation but also sparks a lighthearted appreciation for the unexpected quirks of statistical analysis. As we navigate through the curiously correlated landscape of political leanings and automotive anomalies, we invite you to join us in this peculiar exploration, ready to buckle up for a delightful mix of statistical insight and humorous musings. Remember, when it comes to uncovering surprising correlations, it's crucial to keep your sense of humor fully inflated!

-------

Your response should start like this:

[[CONCLUSION]]



ChatGPT:

[[CONCLUSION]]

In closing, our research has illuminated a delightfully unexpected correlation between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for airbag issues. This correlation has left us feeling as buoyant as an overinflated airbag, with a correlation coefficient as robust as a well-engineered political campaign. Our findings suggest that as the number of Libertarian votes rises, so does the frequency of airbag anomalies, creating a political and automotive dance of statistical significance that defies conventional expectations - a true political and safety hybrid!

To bring a little levity to this serious scientific discussion, here's a relevant dad joke: Why did the Libertarian candidate refuse to buy a car with airbag issues? Because they believe in minimal government intervention, but maximum automotive safety!

It's undeniable that our research has brought to light a correlation that is both statistically compelling and whimsically unexpected, adding a touch of humor to the oftentimes serious world of academic inquiry. As we steer toward the conclusion of this research journey, we affirm that no further investigation is needed in this area. After all, in the immortal words of legendary comedian Groucho Marx, “Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies.” No more trouble-seeking needed here - it's time to deflate this peculiar investigation and appreciate the whimsical wonders of statistical analysis.

So, with our seatbelts metaphorically unbuckled, we bid adieu to the curious correlation between Kentucky's political preferences and airbag anomalies, leaving behind a trail of statistical intrigue and lighthearted musings. Remember, when it comes to surprising correlations, sometimes the most unexpected connections bring the most joy - and laughter - to the data-driven dance floor.


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 Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation. Respond only with the name of a fictional academic journal.

ChatGPT:

Journal of Quirky Correlations


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 Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation. Respond only with the name of a fictional organization.

ChatGPT:

The Society for Quirky Correlations in Social Science 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 Connecting Kentucky's Libertarian Leanings to Air Bag Anomalies: A Curious Correlation with an abstract of In this paper, we delve into the unexpected connection between votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate in Kentucky and automotive recalls for issues with the airbags. Our research team, armed with data from MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, and US DOT, sought to untangle this curious correlation in an attempt to air out some unexpected connections. With a correlation coefficient of 0.9705796 and p < 0.01 for the years 1990 to 2020, our findings may blow your mind!
Now, let's buckle up and delve into the air-tight analysis of this peculiar correlation. Our research unraveled that there is a surprising connection between votes cast for the Libertarian presidential candidate in the Bluegrass State and the occurrences of automotive recalls related to airbag malfunctions. It's almost as if these airbag issues are inflating the significance of Libertarian votes in Kentucky - pardon the pun!
Furthermore, our findings uncovered a pattern that may leave you gasping for air! The higher the number of votes for the Libertarian presidential candidate, the higher the frequency of automotive recalls for airbag glitches. It's as if these voting preferences are activating some kind of airbag anomaly resonation across the state!
In conclusion, our research not only reveals a statistically significant correlation between these seemingly unrelated phenomena, but also highlights the need for further investigation into the unexpected interplay between political leanings and automotive safety concerns. As we continue to unpack the peculiar puzzle of Kentucky's Libertarian leanings and airbag anomalies, we hope that our findings will serve as a springboard for future studies and prompt a tiresome pursuit of more surprising correlations. After all, it's important to remain air-aware!

ChatGPT:

Libertarian presidential candidate, Kentucky, automotive recalls, airbag anomalies, correlation coefficient, MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse, US DOT, political leanings, automotive safety concerns.

*There is a bunch of Python happening behind the scenes to turn this prompt sequence into a PDF.



Random correlation

Discover a new correlation

View all correlations

View all research papers

Report an error


Data details

Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky
Detailed data title: Percentage of all votes cast for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky
Source: MIT Election Data and Science Lab, Harvard Dataverse
See what else correlates with Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky

Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags
Source: US DOT
See what else correlates with Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags

Correlation r = 0.9705796 (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 = 0.9420248 (Coefficient of determination)
This means 94.2% of the change in the one variable (i.e., Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags) is predictable based on the change in the other (i.e., Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky) over the 8 years from 1990 through 2020.

p < 0.01, which is statistically significant(Null hypothesis significance test)
The p-value is 6.2E-5. 0.0000622662275243269600000000
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 0.0062% of random cases. Said differently, if you correlated 16,060 random variables Which I absolutely did.
with the same 7 degrees of freedom, Degrees of freedom is a measure of how many free components we are testing. In this case it is 7 because we have two variables measured over a period of 8 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.

[ 0.84, 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.
19921996200020042008201220162020
Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky (Percentage of votes)0.3022980.2886860.186840.1458340.3278730.9494152.793551.22774
Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags (Recalls)481514132310658




Why this works

  1. Data dredging: I have 25,213 variables in my database. I compare all these variables against each other to find ones that randomly match up. That's 635,695,369 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. Very low n: There are not many data points included in this analysis. Even if the p-value is high, we should be suspicious of using so few datapoints in a correlation.




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([0.302298,0.288686,0.18684,0.145834,0.327873,0.949415,2.79355,1.22774,])
array_2 = np.array([4,8,15,14,13,23,106,58,])
array_1_name = "Votes for the Libertarian Presidential candidate in Kentucky"
array_2_name = "Automotive recalls for issues with the Air Bags"

# 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)



Reuseable content

You may re-use the images on this page for any purpose, even commercial purposes, without asking for permission. The only requirement is that you attribute Tyler Vigen. Attribution can take many different forms. If you leave the "tylervigen.com" link in the image, that satisfies it just fine. If you remove it and move it to a footnote, that's fine too. You can also just write "Charts courtesy of Tyler Vigen" at the bottom of an article.

You do not need to attribute "the spurious correlations website," and you don't even need to link here if you don't want to. I don't gain anything from pageviews. There are no ads on this site, there is nothing for sale, and I am not for hire.

For the record, I am just one person. Tyler Vigen, he/him/his. I do have degrees, but they should not go after my name unless you want to annoy my wife. If that is your goal, then go ahead and cite me as "Tyler Vigen, A.A. A.A.S. B.A. J.D." Otherwise it is just "Tyler Vigen."

When spoken, my last name is pronounced "vegan," like I don't eat meat.

Full license details.
For more on re-use permissions, or to get a signed release form, see tylervigen.com/permission.

Download images for these variables:


View another random correlation

How fun was this correlation?

Your rating is stellar!


Correlation ID: 4885 · Black Variable ID: 26101 · Red Variable ID: 1105
about · subscribe · emailme@tylervigen.com · twitter

CC BY 4.0