Question 4. Leading versus lagging indicators In a recent annual report, Lexmark, a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of printing and imaging solutions for offices and homes, made the following statement: "One of the most important metrics for Lexmark is our hardware revenue growth because sales of hardware drive our future sales of supplies, which is the profit engine for Lexmark.\" Requed 0 Would Lexmark's hardware growth be considered a leading or a lagging indicator? Why