An economic system in which transactions between private parties are free from government intervention such as regulation, privileges, tariffs and subsidies.
There were numerous things. For starters, he could've resigned and showed that he doesn't plan to become a dictator. In addition, Romans were all about outward appearance and social status and much of Caesar's behavior towards the high ranking senate members was humiliating to them so they naturally loathed him. He could've given them more respect in order to gain their support.
The most necessary information is how it sank and what happened to the people on it.