Powerball is an American lottery game offered by 45 states
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It is coordinated by the State Lottery Association (MUSL), a nonprofit organization formed by an agreement with lobbyists and US corporations
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Powerball drawings were held twice a week (Wednesday and Saturday)
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a third weekly drawing (held Mondays) was added on August 23, 2021. Drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday evening at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time, at Florida Lottery headquarters in Tallahassee
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Powerball's predecessor began in 1988,
the multi-state game was known as Lotto America
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The game, and name, were changed to Powerball on April 19, 1992; its first drawing was held April 22.
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When it was launched in 1992 Powerball became the first game to use two drums
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Using two drums to draw numbers from offers more manipulation by simultaneously allowing high jackpot odds, numerous prize levels and low overall odds of winning (as explained later, a ticket can win by matching only one number)