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The line which separates the catchment basin from the rest of the area is:

The line which separates the catchment basin from the rest of the area is: Correct Answer Watershed line

The area where rain water drains into the river is the catchment area of the river. The watershed line is then marked. The area inside this line is measured in order to study flood levels.

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