In the Mega Millions lottery, the number selection works as follows:

How Many Numbers in Mega Millions?

• Main Numbers: You choose 5 numbers from a pool of 1 to 70.
• Mega Ball: You choose 1 number (the Mega Ball) from a separate pool of 1 to 25.

Summary:

• Total numbers you pick: 5 + 1 = 6 numbers
• 5 numbers from 1 to 70
• 1 Mega Ball number from 1 to 25

If you want to know more about how to play or the odds, feel free to ask!