Which social psychology theory best explains the fact that the majority of the riots that took place following the trial of the police officers accused of beating Rodney King did not take place in White neighborhoods, but rather in the neighborhoods of Asian Americans and Asians who had recently immigrated to the United States?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Scapegoating is a social psychology theory where a group or individual is unfairly blamed for problems not of their making. In this context, Asian Americans and recent immigrants were targeted as scapegoats for broader societal frustrations and injustices.

Which Social Psychology Theory Best Explains the Fact That the Majority