Can you solve this viral optical illusion?
At first glance, it looks like there are eight or more girls in this image. But is that really the case? This mind-bending puzzle has gone viral across the internet, with the bold claim that “99% of people fail to get the right answer.” So, take a good look at the image above—how many girls do you actually see?
Go on. Don’t scroll down yet. Count them carefully before reading further. Your observation skills are about to be tested.
Why This Illusion Stumps So Many
This image is deceptively simple. It shows a group of girls sitting on a bench, all wearing the same gray dress and facing the same direction. But what really throws people off is the background—a wall of mirrors.
Yes, mirrors. The reflections make it appear like there are many more girls than there actually are. This clever use of mirrors is what tricks your brain into thinking you’re seeing more people than you really are. Without careful attention, it’s easy to miscount.
Here’s where most people go wrong:
- They count the reflections as separate people.
- They don’t notice which girls are real and which are mirror images.
- They overlook where the reflections start and end.
Sound familiar?
Let’s Break It Down Step by Step
To solve this visual puzzle, we need to use logic and observation—not just a quick glance.
Start by identifying the real girls. Focus on the left side of the image. The very first girl in the foreground is clearly not a reflection—she’s sitting facing forward with no visible mirror behind her. That’s Girl #1.
Now look closely at the next girl. She is real too. You can see her full profile and body without any distortion. That’s Girl #2.
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Girl #3 is sitting slightly behind the first two. Again, she appears in full form with no tell-tale signs of being a reflection. She is our third real girl.
Girl #4 is just barely visible, sitting directly behind Girl #3. You can spot her legs and face turned slightly forward. That’s Girl #4.
Now here’s the trick: every other “girl” you see in the image is a mirror reflection of these four real girls.
Notice how:
- The mirrors are placed along the walls beside and behind the girls.
- The repeating pattern is symmetrical and evenly spaced—hallmarks of a mirrored setup.
- The reflections continue deep into the background, creating the illusion of an extended group.
So What’s the Correct Answer?
There are exactly FOUR real girls in this photo.
Everything else is a clever illusion, thanks to strategic mirrors placed around them.
Still Not Convinced? Try This Logic Check
Count how many times the faces repeat in the mirror. You’ll see that the same girls’ profiles appear over and over, but their body position and hairstyle remain the same—indicating they’re reflections.
Look at the girl closest to the camera. If she were reflected directly across, her mirror image would be exactly aligned with the wall’s edge—and it is.
This kind of illusion plays a powerful trick on your brain. It mimics depth and duplicity so well that unless you train your eyes to spot symmetry and reflectivity, you’ll likely fall for it.
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Why We Love These Kinds of Brain Teasers
Optical illusions and logic puzzles like this aren’t just fun—they’re also great for your brain. Studies show they improve:
- Attention to detail
- Pattern recognition
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
They also provide a quick burst of dopamine when you finally get the answer right—because who doesn’t love outsmarting a puzzle that claims to stump 99% of people?
Keep Sharpening That Brain
Love puzzles like this one? You’re in luck! There are dozens more riddles, illusions, and visual challenges out there waiting to be cracked. Keep testing your brain—it’s one of the best workouts you’ll ever give yourself.
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