The deliberate throwing of some goods into the sea to prevent the ship from sinking is an example of
- constructive total loss
- an actual total loss
-
a general average loss
- a partial loss
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
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.