In 1991 an Enormous Controversy Erupted After Five Los Angeles

question 71

Multiple Choice

In 1991 an enormous controversy erupted after five Los Angeles police officers were caught on tape beating a motorist named Rodney King. Although there continues to be much controversy over the event, many people see it as a blatant act of discrimination. 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) If the leadership of the Los Angeles Police Department condoned or encouraged this type of behavior on a regular basis, it would be considered institutional discrimination.
• D) If it could be shown that at least one of the officers was truly racist, it would be considered institutional discrimination.
• E) If all of the officers involved were motivated by racial hatred, it would be considered institutional discrimination.

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