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[HANASHIR:13033] trope question

Hi All,

Could someone more cantorial than me answer a tricky trope question?

I'm reading Torah this Shabbat, and the line in question is Genesis 42:21. 
The sequence of tropes is zarka munach zarka segol, with one of those 
vertical lines between munach and the 2nd zarka. The question: how is the 
munach sung? As the munach before zarka or the munach between zarka and 
segol? Does the vertical line matter?

Also, what is the vertical line called, and what is its meaning? I've been 
using Josee Wolff's wonderful book and it's a great resource, but it never 
explains exactly. I've been told it indicates a slight pause, but I'd like 
a more official answer if there is one.

Thanks,

Ellie

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