Why is the repeated numbers algorithm the simplest and most popular lottery algorithm
There are many algorithms for automatically generating lottery numbers. The repeated numbers algorithm is the simplest because it is relatively easy to master. People can use it even without using any tool. They just need to observe the lottery results because the repeated numbers are clear at a glance. So it is also one of the more intuitive algorithms. It's even easier with the help of Lotto Uni's automatic numbers generation. You only need to select the number of repeated numbers, and it will generate lottery numbers for you.
The repeated numbers algorithm is very simple
The repeated number algorithm is very simple. You just need to select the quantity of repeated numbers from the result of the previous draw. Here, the specific number is meaningless, and the quantity of repetitions is traceable. So it doesn't care about the specific number, but only needs to choose the number of repeated numbers, repeat 0, 1, or 2, and so on. For simplicity example, the result of the previous draw is:
1，2，3，4，5
If you choose to repeat 1 number, the following two sets are eligible:
1，6，7，8，92，30，31，32，33
If you choose to repeat 2 numbers, the following two sets are eligible:
1，2，6，7，82，3，30，31，32
Perhaps because of its simplicity, the repeated numbers algorithm is popular, and it is the most intuitive choice. Basically, it and the consecutive numbers algorithm constitute the two most intuitive basic lottery algorithms. It is generally recommended to choose these two algorithms first before choosing other algorithms.
Absolute Probability of repeating numbers
The more optional numbers there are, the less likely duplication will occur. How do we select the number of repeated numbers for various lotteries? First, you need to observe its corresponding probability. Let's examine the absolute probability of a repeated number in Mega Millions. Most of the time, it stays at 0 repeated numbers, with a few cases having 1 repeated number. In contrast, lotteries in Europe and Australia have a smaller range of selectable numbers, so it is quite common to have 2 repeated numbers. Due to the larger number of selectable numbers in the United States, the probability of repeated numbers is relatively low. However, regardless of the probability, we can perform a similar analysis with different input parameters.
From the absolute probability of Mega Millions, it can be seen that in a considerable number of cases, there are no repeated numbers (see the figure below). If you never choose repeated numbers, it is probably correct, but it won't help you narrow down your options. For Mega Millions, a recommended method is to track situations with 1 or 2 repeated numbers.
Because the lottery is a low-probability event, one application of lottery algorithms is to pursue low-probability outcomes, which have a high cost-effectiveness ratio. For Mega Millions, the probability of having 1 repeated number is 27.97%, so if there have been 4 consecutive draws without a repeated number, it can be considered. Similarly, the probability of having 2 repeated numbers is 3.61%, so if there have been 25 consecutive draws without 2 repeated numbers, it can also be considered. However, this is not absolute, and low probabilities require more redundancy. You can find many low-probability scenarios on Lotto Uni.
Trends in the occurrence of repeated numbers over time.
We must keep the absolute probability in mind and carefully observe the trend analysis of repeated numbers. Like other algorithms, the absolute probability and trend analysis generally agree. However, there can be significant differences in the specific trend analysis. As shown in the graph (available on Lotto Uni), Mega Millions has gone over 10 consecutive draws without a repeated number, and 36 consecutive draws without 2 repeated numbers. As we mentioned earlier, low probabilities require more redundancy. In the current situation, I believe that there is enough redundancy, and the probability of repeated numbers will significantly increase. Repeated numbers are likely to appear in the next few draws.
The above is just one analysis method, and this article is just meant to stimulate your thinking. While the data is objective, the choice is subjective, and it's up to you to make your own decision on whether or not to choose repeating numbers. Do you think there will be repeating numbers in the next draw, or maybe more than one repeating number? As we mentioned earlier, Mega Millions recommends tracking 1 or 2 repeating numbers. If you don't think that's likely, you can play it safe and choose 0 repeating numbers, or you can take a more daring approach and choose 3 repeating numbers. Of course, if none of these options satisfy you, you can skip the repeating number algorithm and choose another one from Lotto Uni.
How to use the repeating numbers algorithm to filter lottery numbers
Probability and trend analysis is the basis for making decisions, and the criteria may vary in different periods. The key is to find potential patterns. If you already have a good understanding of probability and trends and have decided on the number of repeating numbers, simply slide the filter slider to select it (as shown in the figure below). Then add it to the lottery generator to generate your lottery numbers.
Conclusion
The repeat number algorithm is the simplest and most popular algorithm. Different lotteries have different probabilities of repeat numbers, and you don't need to choose which specific repeat number(s) to use. You just need to choose the number of repeat numbers for the next draw based on the repeat number trend chart. Because the repeat number algorithm is very intuitive, it is usually chosen first before other algorithms.