State Lotteries
The Lottery Channel discusses how lotteries were formed, how they work as state revenue sources and how your life could change with a few lucky numbers.
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Ever wonder how to calculate your chances of winning all that money? Does it seem strange that a $10 million jackpot turns into a $2.5 million payout? Get the lowdown on the lotteries -- from the odds to the payoffs.
By Karim Nice