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Question 22:
What were the conditions in Los Angeles just prior to the 1992 riots?

A. Unemployment was low.
B. African-Americans had strong, positive relationships with the Los Angeles Police Department.
C. Aggressive attempts by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to control black communities led to even more tension between police and the public.
D. Gang activity and violent crimes had fallen.



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Final answer:

The conditions in Los Angeles before the 1992 riots included LAPD's aggressive control attempts, high gang activity, and discrimination against African Americans.


Explanation:

The conditions in Los Angeles just prior to the 1992 riots were marked by:

  1. Aggressive attempts by the Los Angeles Police Dept. (LAPD) to control black communities, leading to increased tension.
  2. High levels of gang activity and violent crimes.
  3. African Americans facing housing, job, and educational discrimination.

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