Answer:
The correct statement is expressed by option B - Firms with a low-cost position can reduce the threat of rivalry in an industry.
Explanation:
Firms with a low-cost position can reduce the threat of rivalry in an industry based on these reasons:
Firstly, these firms can decide to set their prices to be the same as the prices of higher-cost competitors.
Secondly, low-cost firms can decide to price their goods or services a little bit below the prices of their high-cost rivals.