Which of the two possibilities (participation with a 50% discount or participation without benefiting from the discount) makes it permissible to take money upon winning in a random draw competition for a book distribution company?
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This type of lottery is permissible because the participant does not pay money to enter, so it is not considered gambling. You are allowed to enter it using either of the two methods mentioned, because you will either gain or not lose, and this is not gambling.
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