For what purpose did Egyptians place life-size sculptures in the tombs of their rulers?

These statues (typically made of wood or stone) were placed in tombs as a resting place for the ka, or spirit, of the person after death. Other sculptural works served as funerary art, accompanying the deceased in burial tombs with the intention of preserving life after death.

Explanation:

It is believed that it will allow the deceased to be revived as a spirit after death. (Hope this helps!) :)

i belive  the  purpose  for the Egyptians placeing life size sculptures in the tombs of there rulers was to celebrate and honor and remember there rulers so that they would be celebrated even in the after life

Explanation: im so sorry if this is wrong im not an expert on egypt so this could be wrong but i hope it helps in someway