It's not "helpful" in the sense that it's the smart decision for anyone. The point is, that's actually how real people see the lottery. A big payout feels more

It's not "helpful" in the sense that it's the smart decision for anyone. The point is, that's actually how real people see the lottery. A big payout feels more likely than a $100k/yr job when you've been under the poverty line long enough. Remember, the goal of this game isn't to see how efficiently you get to the end; it's to help you put yourself in the shoes of people actually in this position.