This chart shows the distribution of odd and even numbers over a series of draws to spot number biases. Players may use these to balance their number selections to have a better chance of matching draw results
Odd/Even Number
The chart below visually represents the distribution of odd and even numbers over a selected range of draws. Each bar corresponds to a specific draw, and it is divided into two segments: the lower segment represents the count of odd numbers drawn, while the upper segment shows the count of even numbers. This makes it easy to compare the proportion of odd and even numbers within each draw, as well as observe any trends or imbalances over time. The total height of each bar indicates the total number of numbers drawn per draw.
Odd/Even Number Summary
This summary categorizes each draw by how many odd and even numbers it contains, making it easy to identify the most common distribution patterns across all draws in the selected period. To complement this data, a donut pie chart visually represents these groupings, with each slice corresponding to a specific odd-even combination. The size of each slice reflects its relative frequency, offering a quick overview of how often each odd-even balance occurs.
| Odd : Even | Draw Count | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 : 5 |
|
4 | 5.33% | |
| 1 : 4 |
|
10 | 13.33% | |
| 2 : 3 |
|
15 | 20.00% | |
| 3 : 2 |
|
31 | 41.33% | |
| 4 : 1 |
|
13 | 17.33% | |
| 5 : 0 |
|
2 | 2.67% | |
Format Changes in California's SuperLotto
Since its inception in 1986, California SuperLotto has undergone several significant format changes that have impacted the odds of winning the jackpot. Here’s a clear timeline of the California SuperLotto Plus format changes since its inception:
| Period | Format | Mega Ball |
|---|---|---|
| October 18, 1986 | 6 numbers out of 49 | none. |
| June 30, 1990 | 6 numbers out of 53 | none. |
| April 29, 2000 | 5 numbers out of 47 | 1 number out of 27 |
Initially, the game followed a 6/49 format, where players selected six numbers from a pool of 49, offering odds of about 1 in 13.98 million. In 1990, the format was modified to 6/53, making it slightly more difficult to win. The most substantial change occurred in 2000 when the game was rebranded as SuperLotto Plus. The new format required players to choose five numbers from 1 to 47 and a separate Mega number from 1 to 27, shifting to a two-drum system. This overhaul increased the jackpot odds to approximately 1 in 41 million.
How California SuperLotto Plus Format Changes Affect Your Number Strategy.
These format changes have a direct impact on statistical analysis. Mixing frequency data across different formats is not advisable because each version of the game has a different number pool and probability structure.
For example, a number that appeared frequently in the 5/47 format may have done so due to higher individual draw probability, but that same frequency can be misleading in the 6/49 or 6/53 formats.
Therefore, for meaningful analysis, it’s essential to treat each format as its own distinct dataset. Analyzing trends or frequencies should be restricted to results from within the same format period, especially if the goal is to inform number selection in the current game structure.