Is selling overpriced coupons for speculative prizes a form of gambling and deception, and is the money earned from it unlawful?
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It is not permissible to participate in purchasing coupons where the buyer pays the price of the coupon and may win nothing, or may win a prize of little value while being led to believe it is of high value. This transaction involves prohibited gambling, deception, lying, and prohibited cheating.
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