Wait — mistake: the problem says 1/4 are absent — so 1/4 away, so present = 3/4 of girls.

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Title: Understanding Absence Rates: Why 3/4 of Girls Remain Present When dealing with attendance data, especially in educational or organizational settings, the numbers often reveal more than just raw counts—they tell a story of presence and participation. A common point of confusion arises when interpreting absence rates. For example, if 1/4 of girls are absent, this doesn’t mean only 1/4 remain; instead, it highlights that 3/4 of the girls are present. ### What Does 1/4 Absent Mean? The phrase “1/4 are absent” refers to a quarter of the enrolled or expected number of girls being missing at a given time. In mathematical terms: