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If the length of a chord of a circle of radius 10 cm is 16 cm, find its distance from the center.
A4 cm
B6 cm
C8 cm
D10 cm
✓ Correct Answer: B — 6 cm
d^2 = 10^2 - (16/2)^2 = 100 - 64 = 36. d = 6 cm.
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