Asked by Gurkarn Sahota on Jun 14, 2024
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Rodney King's
A) beating by white police officers was recorded on a smartphone.
B) handgun was taken from the glove compartment of his car.
C) four assailants were acquitted, setting off riots in the city of Los Angeles.
D) routine traffic stop resulted in a citation and caused no further incident.
E) arrest had been planned carefully by the Los Angeles Police Department.
Rodney King
An African American man whose 1991 brutal beating by Los Angeles police officers was captured on video and led to widespread riots and discussions about police brutality and racial injustice.
Los Angeles
A major city in California, known for its entertainment industry, diverse population, and as a leading hub for businesses in the Pacific Rim.
- Explore the roles and influences of multiculturalism and diversity on American society.
- Analyze the changes in cultural, economic, and political landscapes in late 20th to early 21st-century America.
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Kamberlynn PriceJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Rodney King's beating by white police officers was indeed recorded, but not on a smartphone—it was recorded on a camcorder. The significant part of the incident that led to widespread riots was the acquittal of the four officers involved, which is what choice C refers to. The other options contain inaccuracies or fabrications regarding the event.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the roles and influences of multiculturalism and diversity on American society.
- Analyze the changes in cultural, economic, and political landscapes in late 20th to early 21st-century America.