The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are not in your favor
The odds of winning the jackpot with Mega Millions or Powerball are approximately 1 in 292 million. Here, we will introduce things that are more likely to be obtained than large sums of money.
A lot of money could be up for grabs, like $775 million.
In recent days, the Powerball jackpot has increased by $35 million, making it one of the top 10 largest prizes in history.
When there was a jackpot with the same multiplier as the previous timeThe prize was won in September, when players from Missouri and Texas split the $1.787 billion jackpot, the second-largest prize in history.
The current estimated cash value is $362.5 million (pre-tax), which can be paid as a one-time lump sum cash payment or as annuity payments over 29 years. Either way, players will have a merry Christmas if they win the prize.
If you’re lucky, here’s when the next Powerball drawing will take place.
When is the next Powerball drawing?
The next drawing will take place on Wednesday, December 3rd at 10:59pm ET.
How to play Powerball
How to play Powerball is easy:
- Buy a $2 ticket anywhere tickets are sold.
- Think about which six numbers you would choose.
- For Powerball, select five “white” numbers from 1 to 69 and one “red” number from 1 to 26.
Players can also add “Power Play,” a $1 feature that increases the winnings on all non-jackpot prizes. “Power Play” multipliers can increase your winnings by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x.
If you’re not feeling particularly lucky, or just want to let the computer do the work, you can take advantage of the “Quick Pick” option. All numbers selected in the “Quick Pick” option are computer generated.
To win the jackpot, players must match all five white balls and the red Powerball in any order. The draw takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday night. The winnings continue to increase even if no one wins the jackpot.
Where to buy lottery tickets
Gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores all sell lottery tickets. Tickets may also be sold at some airport terminals.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the USA TODAY Network’s official digital lottery courier, in the following U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington, DC, and West Virginia.
The Jackpocket app allows you to choose your lottery games and numbers, place your order, check your tickets, and claim your winnings, all using your phone or home computer.
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Contributor: Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY
