Dr. masterson is studying the relationship between media exposure to sexual content and sexual behavior. dr. masterson predicts that those who view more sexual content are more likely to practice risky sexual behaviors. this idea is a(n)

This idea establishes a causal relationship between the two variables analyzed. Causality states that the ocurrence of one event is the result of another. Hence, the sencond is the cause of the first.

In order to arrive to this conclusion, Dr. Masterson, should have conducted a regression-type statistical analysis, to determine that the regressor or independent variable (exposure to sexual consent) produces a causal effect on the dependent variable (sexual behaviour).

Causality is usually claimed attached to a certain probability: "it is more likely". This is why the underlying analysis should have been quantitative.

The answer to this multiple answer question is Hypothesis

new communications technology has affected the way social movements are organized because nowadays, social movements rely on social networks and the media to get different people with a similar way of thinking in contact, and thus, get them to mobilize for a greater cause.

individuals only participate in collective action when they feel identified with it. is in this aspect that social media becomes relevant, because it guarantees communication among all individuals and organizes the social actions that are going to be carried out, i.e., the social movements.

in addition, being covered by the media is important to validate the message and make it relevant in the social agenda, as well as to reach more people who can share interests, appealing to public sympathy for their cause.

in conclusion, it is by social networks and social media that social movement is given birth; by connecting different individuals with similar ideas and organizing them to mobilize for a greater cause.

i would say b. research typically uses a variety of sources