Winning ticket sold as U.S. Powerball jackpot climbs to $455 mil

If they take the upfront 352 Million, what happens to the other 207.7 Million ? Why inflate the numbers ?

Mr. Taxman

Because the higher number is based on a 30 year payout from an investment annuity.

@domtoidi - if you die before the 30 year period does the remainder go to your next of kin ? If you have a 30 year annuity that pays out 455 million, then I wonder if it could well be worth more by selling it in the market.