More tickets sold still means more income for the lottery.
That jackpot was going to be paid to someone, this group merely became that someone.
Basically, they chose the best time to buy in so that they had a higher chance of winning.
Moreover, when the jackpot grows high, more people play. It's almost certain that their ticket buying inspired other people to buy more tickets as well.
That jackpot was going to be paid to someone, this group merely became that someone.
Basically, they chose the best time to buy in so that they had a higher chance of winning.
Moreover, when the jackpot grows high, more people play. It's almost certain that their ticket buying inspired other people to buy more tickets as well.