To solve for $BC$ in this circle geometry problem, we can apply the intersecting chords theorem. Given the details:

• $EF = 4$
• $EA = 16$
• $DE = 6$

The intersecting chords theorem states that if two chords $AC$ and $DE$ intersect at point $B$, then: $AB \cdot BC = EB \cdot BD$

Here, since $B$ is the midpoint of $EF$, we know: $EB = \frac{EF}{2} = \frac{4}{2} = 2$

Using the entire length $EA = 16$, we can write: $AB = EA - EB = 16 - 2 = 14$

Now we calculate $BC$ with the given information. Let's proceed if you’d like further details on each calculation step.

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1. How would you apply intersecting chord theorem in different setups?
2. How do we handle cases where intersecting points are not at midpoints?
3. What happens if the given points are not diametrically opposed?
4. How could we calculate if the center were involved?
5. Can the approach change if the lengths of different segments vary?

Tip: In intersecting chords, always look at symmetry for simplification.