An Enormous Controversy Erupted in 1991 After Five Los Angeles

question 81

Multiple Choice

An enormous controversy erupted in 1991 after five Los Angeles police officers were caught on tape beating a motorist named Rodney King. Many people see it as a blatant act of discrimination, although there continues to be much controversy regarding the event. Under what circumstances would this beating be considered institutional discrimination?

• A) It would be seen as institutional discrimination as long as none of the officers involved had a financial motive.
• B) Under no circumstances could this be institutional discrimination, as it was carried out by individuals.
• C) It would be considered institutional discrimination if the leadership of the Los Angeles Police Department condoned or encouraged this type of behavior on a regular basis.
• D) It would be considered institutional discrimination if it could be shown that at least one of the officers was truly racist.

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