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Whether true random numbers or quick picks are better for lotteries often depends on personal preference and perceived odds. Let's break it down:
True Random Numbers (e.g., selected by a random number generator)
- Pro: Less chance of picking "popular" number combinations (like birthdays or sequential numbers), which could reduce the likelihood of splitting the jackpot if you win.
- Pro: You have more control and can customize your number selection strategy.
- Con: Unless automated, selecting numbers manually can be tedious.
In-Store Quick Picks
- Pro: Convenient and fast—no need to think about number selection.
- Pro: Still random, but generated by the store's lottery terminal, which typically uses a pseudo-random algorithm.
- Con: Many people use quick picks, potentially increasing the chances of jackpot sharing with similar random selections.
Which Is Better?
Statistically, the odds of winning are the same whether you use true random numbers or quick picks, as lottery drawings themselves are random. However, using truly random numbers (generated independently) may give you a unique set of numbers that others are less likely to duplicate, increasing the odds of keeping the jackpot to yourself if you win.