Winning the Lottery: Probability of 3 Friends Winning

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In summary, the conversation is about a lottery where 10 out of 100 tickets must win. The person is asking for help to calculate the probability of at least 3 out of 6 tickets being winning tickets.
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Hi everyone,
There is a lottery where in every 100 tickets 10 of them must win. Now, me and my friends want to try. We are 6 and we wish to play such that at least 3 of us win. Can anyone help me and tell me what is the probability that this happen?
Thank you.
 
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Hey kthouz.

Do you mean that you are buying 6 tickets in total and want to find the probability that 3 tickets will come up as a winning ticket?
 
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chiro said:
Hey kthouz.

Do you mean that you are buying 6 tickets in total and want to find the probability that 3 tickets will come up as a winning ticket?
Yes that's what I mean
 

1. What is the probability of 3 friends winning the lottery together?

The probability of 3 friends winning the lottery together depends on a few factors, such as the number of tickets they purchase, the odds of winning, and the type of lottery game. For example, if each friend purchases one ticket for a lottery with odds of 1 in 10 million, the probability of all 3 friends winning together is 1 in 1,000,000,000,000,000,000 (1 in 1 trillion).

2. Can the probability be increased if the friends pool their money and buy more tickets?

Yes, the probability of winning can be increased if the friends pool their money and buy more tickets. However, it is important to note that even with more tickets, the probability of winning is still very low and there is no guarantee of winning.

3. Is there a way to improve the odds of winning the lottery?

While there is no guaranteed way to improve the odds of winning the lottery, some people believe that using certain number combinations or buying tickets from "lucky" stores can increase their chances. However, these methods are not scientifically proven and the probability of winning still remains very low.

4. Are there any strategies or techniques that can increase the probability of winning?

There are no proven strategies or techniques that can increase the probability of winning the lottery. The outcome of a lottery draw is completely random and cannot be predicted or influenced by any external factors.

5. What are the chances of winning the lottery multiple times?

The chances of winning the lottery multiple times are extremely low. Each lottery draw is independent of the previous one, so the probability of winning remains the same for each draw. Winning the lottery multiple times is purely based on luck and chance.

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