A researcher conducts an analysis of people's television viewing habits and their perceptions of the world. She concludes that people who watch more television have a greater fear of being victimized by criminals. What of the following best characterizes the researcher's interpretation?

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The researcher's conclusion suggests cultivation analysis, which examines the effects of long-term exposure to media on individuals' attitudes and beliefs. In this case, the researcher concludes that prolonged exposure to television has led to a greater sense of fear of criminal victimization among viewers.

A Researcher Conducts an Analysis of People's Television Viewing Habits