What is Mega Millions?
Mega Millions is a multi-state lottery game played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It was launched in 2002 as The Big Game before changing its name to Mega Millions in 2005.
Why is Mega Millions Trending?
Mega Millions is trending because it has not been won in several drawings, including the past four. The jackpot has grown to an estimated $1.1 billion, making it the second-largest prize offered in its history. The largest Mega Millions jackpot was $1.537 billion, which was won in 2018.
How to Play Mega Millions
To play Mega Millions, you must purchase a ticket from an authorized retailer. You choose five numbers from 1 to 70 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 25 (the gold Mega Ball). You can also choose the “Quick Pick” option to have the numbers randomly generated for you.
How to Win Mega Millions
To win the Mega Millions jackpot, you must match all five white balls and the Mega Ball. The odds of winning the jackpot are approximately 1 in 302.6 million.
Secondary Prizes
In addition to the jackpot, there are eight other prize tiers in Mega Millions, ranging from $2 to $1 million. You can win a prize by matching as few as two white balls.
Mega Millions Drawing
The Mega Millions drawing is held every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET. The drawings are broadcast live on WSB-TV in Atlanta, Georgia.
Jackpot Payout
The Mega Millions jackpot can be paid out as an annuity (30 annual payments) or as a lump sum. If you choose the lump sum option, you will receive a smaller amount of money because it is the present value of the future annuity payments.
Conclusion
Mega Millions is trending because the jackpot has grown to an estimated $1.1 billion, making it one of the largest prizes ever offered in its history. The game is popular because it offers a chance to win life-changing sums of money. However, it is important to remember that the odds of winning the jackpot are extremely low.
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