Another reason puzzles like this spread so quickly is that they make viewers feel involved. Anyone can participate. You do not need special knowledge, advanced math, or deep analysis. All you need is a few seconds, a sharp eye, and a willingness to argue over tiny details.
So what is the best answer?
It depends on how strictly you define a hole. If you only count the large torn areas, you may say 2. If you count both sides of those tears, you may say 4. If you include the natural openings of the skirt and possibly the drawstring holes, your answer can rise even more. That is what makes the puzzle interesting: it is not just testing your eyes, but your reasoning.
In the end, the real challenge is not the skirt.
It is how your mind chooses to count what it sees.
