What Is the 3X Power Play in Powerball? How It Multiplies Your Winnings
Learn how the 3X Power Play multiplier in Powerball increases non-jackpot prizes by 3 times and how much it costs to add this feature.
Video transcript
The 3X Power Play is an option in the Powerball lottery game that multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 3 times their original amount when the Power Play feature is selected and the 3X multiplier is drawn. This can significantly increase your winnings on smaller prizes. However, it does not affect the jackpot, which remains the same regardless. Choosing Power Play costs an additional $1 per play.
Questions and answers
What does the 3X Power Play do in Powerball?
The 3X Power Play multiplies non-jackpot prizes by three times their original amount when selected and drawn in the Powerball lottery.
Does the 3X Power Play affect the Powerball jackpot prize?
No, the 3X Power Play does not increase the jackpot prize; it only multiplies the smaller prize amounts.
How much does it cost to add the Power Play option in Powerball?
Choosing the Power Play option costs an additional $1 per Powerball play.
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