Race riots in Los Angeles in 1992 were consistent with a relative deprivation theory of social unrest because the rioting took place:

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Relative deprivation theory suggests that social unrest and violence are more likely to occur when people feel deprived relative to others. The riots happening in an area not as impoverished as other Black areas fits this theory, as it suggests the residents were reacting to perceived inequalities and injustices compared to their surroundings, rather than absolute deprivation.

Race Riots in Los Angeles in 1992 Were Consistent with a Relative