During a pre-trip inspection, why do you check the brake linings at each wheel for thickness?

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1. Lining thickness is checked only once a year at a shop, not before a trip
2. Thin linings only affect how loud the brakes squeak during a stop, not how quickly the vehicle stops
3. Worn linings mean the brakes will take longer to stop the vehicle and could fail sooner than expected
4. It only matters for vehicles that have never had their brakes serviced

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