There is much world concern over the deteriorating condition of the pyramids and other historical structures in Egypt.While people of all nations enjoy visiting these structures, there has been little financial support for preservation coming from within Egypt or from elsewhere.Economists would describe this as an example of

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The situation described is an example of a free-rider problem. This refers to a situation in which people benefit from a public good (such as the preservation of historical structures) without contributing financially to its upkeep. The fact that there has been little financial support from within Egypt or from elsewhere suggests that people are not willing to pay for the upkeep of these structures, even though they enjoy the benefits of their preservation.

There Is Much World Concern Over the Deteriorating Condition of the Pyramids