Explain the Stepping method of measuring the horizontal distance of sloping ground with sketch.
In direct method which is also known as stepping method, horizontal distance is directly measured as shown in fig.
Stepping Method
Horizontal distance between A and B is required to be measured.
Procedure:
i) A portion of tape say 2 to 4m is stretched horizontally with one end resting on ground and other end held horizontally at convenient height.
ii) The point vertically below the other end is transferred on the ground with the help of plumb bob (Say C).
iii) The next step starts from the C and the method is continued till point B reached.