Imagine a bright orange t-shirt in front of you, with two large tears in the front. Below, four possible choices: 2, 4, 6 or 8 holes. And a title that arouses curiosity: “The number of holes you see on this t-shirt reveals whether you are a narcissist.” That’s a claim! Before we jump to any psychological conclusions, let’s take it for what it really is: a fun little visual puzzle, perfect for testing our thinking skills (and for sharing freely on WhatsApp or over a coffee).
So, how many holes do you really see?
Counting holes: harder than it looks.
The number of holes you see on this t-shirt reveals whether you are a narcissist.

As is often the case with visual puzzles, it all depends on the definition of the word “hole.”
Should we only count visible tears? Or include natural openings in the garment—the collar, the sleeves, the hem?