This little math mystery has confused millions – can you figure out the answer?

Can you figure out this mystery?

Here, in the picture below, comes today’s riddle.

“The day before yesterday, I was 17 years old. But next year I will be 20. How is that possible?”

This mystery is, it seems, anything but simple. Can you come up with the answer?

A small clue: try to think outside the box.

If you can’t find the answer, we will report it below.

If you could not solve this mystery: worry not. Many have torn their hair out in desperation over this riddle.

Below the next image, you’ll see the answer.

Answer:  I wrote this statement on January 1st, and my birthday is December 31st.

Far from simple, whether you are on the logical or creative side!