The deliberate throwing of some goods into the sea to prevent the ship from sinking is an example of
In maritime law, a general average loss refers to a situation where sacrifices or expenses are intentionally incurred to preserve the common maritime adventure. When a ship is in peril, and goods or cargo are thrown overboard as a deliberate act to save the ship and the remaining cargo, it is considered a general average loss. The loss or damage is shared proportionally among the shipowner, cargo owners, and other parties involved in the maritime venture.
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