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The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached an estimated $977 million after three months without a winner, making it the 10th largest in U.S. lottery history.
A winner in Friday’s drawing could take home a one-time lump sum of $421.4 million or an immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments.
The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302.6 million, but smaller prizes are also available for matching fewer numbers.
Lottery officials advise playing for fun and dreaming a little, but not with the expectation of getting rich.
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