Malcolm X's Garveyite heritage led him to disagree with Elijah Muhammad over the question of

A) whether black Americans were African or Asiatic peoples.
B) whether black Americans could assimilate into white society.
C) whether militant self defense was ever justified.
D) whether black Americans should focus on cultural or economic independence.

Garveyite Heritage

The cultural and ideological legacy of Marcus Garvey, emphasizing African diaspora pride, self-reliance, and return to African roots.

Elijah Muhammad

Leader of the Nation of Islam from 1934 until his death in 1975, he played a significant role in advocating for the empowerment and segregation of African Americans.

Cultural Independence

The state or condition of a culture being free from outside influence or control, maintaining its customs, languages, and traditions.