Question

In 1991, an enormous controversy erupted 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 considered institutional discrimination if it could be shown that at least one of the officers was truly racist. b. 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. c. It would be seen as institutional discrimination as long as none of the officers involved had a financial motive. d. Under no circumstances could this be institutional discrimination, as it was carried out by individuals.

Answer 1

B - It would be considered institutional discrimination if the leadership of the Los Angeles Police Department condoned of encouraged this type of behavior on a regular basis.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order for something to be considered 'institutional discrimination' if must have discrimation by society or an institution (as a whole) instead of individuals and their beliefs.