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Pictures of Losses in International Shipping - Use this link for your Assignment and the Discussion Forum: https://gcaptain.com/maritime-incidents-2011-photos/ .

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Part I

1. In the disasters you saw in the photographs, what should the buyer have insisted upon in his/her contract with regard to risk of loss? Explain. You must refer to our textbook (specific terms and page numbers) in your answer.

2. What should the seller have tried to put in the contract? Explain. You must refer to our textbook (specific terms and page numbers) in your answer.

3. Comment on classmate postings.

Part II

Here is the fact pattern I want you to base your answer on:

• You want the latest in mini laptop computers.
• You find what you need by searching on the Internet.
• The seller is in Taiwan.
• You negotiate a deal with the seller over the Internet and buy the computer.
• The seller agrees to ship you the computer by boat.

Answer this Question: (minimum 200 words; any format)

What terms (words) would you insist be included in the Sales Contract so you would not bear the Risk of Loss?

Explain in detail why you use specific words and terms (i.e. compare and contrast).

Use the following to guide you:

• My Lecture
• "Risk of Loss" (Chapter 19, esp. pp. 542 - 546)
• "Risk of Loss in International Sales"