A popular state lottery is played with prizes that are​ set: First prize is ​$40,000​,second prize is $400​, and third prize is ​$4. To win first​ prize, you must select all five of the winning​ numbers, numbered from 1 to 35. Second prize is awarded to players who select any four of the five winning​ numbers, and third prize is awarded to players who select any three of the winning numbers. The cost to purchase a lottery ticket is​ $1. Find the expected value of the state lottery game and describe what this means in terms of buying a lottery ticket over the long run.



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