Sociologist Patricia Hill Collins (2000) describes the use of stereotypes in media as , meaning these images are a major instrument of power as they work to make racism, sexism, heterosexism, and poverty appear normal and natural.

hypersexualization

Explanation:

In sociology, the term hypersexualization is described as a phenomenon in which a specific gender is being stereotyped or generalized and often used as "sexual objects". It also refers to the sexuality procedure that occurs in an inappropriately placed on several girls via products, marketing, or media and is directed towards them that leads to making them act or behave in an adult sexual ways.  

As per the question, the given statement signifies "hypersexualization".

the answer is:

c. economic output