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Lotterys are usually paid out in annuities where you would get that amount over a period of 10-30 years. However, they also give a lump sum amount which is usually ~half the stated amount and after taxes you could expect to receive 1/3 the stated amount.
Still, it's generally best to take the lump sum unless you have very bad self control and would blow through the money.
Why? I would assume it's the other way round.
If they die before they've been fully paid out, the lottery keeps the remainder of the money, and their loved ones don't receive the money.
That seems like a very unlikely scenario though unless you are very old.