1. The winning numbers for the May 17 Powerball drawing were 18, 34, 37, 45, 51, with the Powerball number being 14.

1. The Power Play multiplier for that drawing was 2X.

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1. The Powerball jackpot for the upcoming May 20 drawing is estimated to be $162 million.

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1. The cash option for the May 20 jackpot is $86.8 million.

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1. Powerball ticket prices begin at $2 each.

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1. In less than a month, the Powerball jackpot has increased significantly.

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1. The jackpot grew from $28 million on April 22 to $162 million on May 20.

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1. The current jackpot offers a substantial cash option.

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1. To see the winning numbers for the May 20 drawing, check back later.

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Powerball offers the chance to become an overnight millionaire.

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