How Is a Cost-Leader Protected from Threats from Powerful Suppliers

How is a cost-leader protected from threats from powerful suppliers?

A) It is more able to absorb price increases through accepting lower profit margins.
B) It is more able to absorb price increases through generating higher profit margins.
C) It is able to create a significant difference between perceived value and current market prices.
D) It is able to create a significant difference between actual value and future market prices.