The ability of a research study or psychological instrument to consistently produce a given result is called O standardization
O validity
O reliability
O operationalization

Consistent results of research or a study would be reliability, reliability although is not enough in its own to ensure validity so I would say Reliability is the answer.

It could be anything, recent improvements in technology/telecommunication/internet have increased the pace of globalization.generally, it has something to do with technology. globalization means that people around the world are brought together through technology which speeds things up. so maybe some of those options could be correct. : )