Jay’s Income

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Jay's net income equals his gross income minus his deductions. By what percent did Jay's net income change as of December 31, when both his gross income and his deductions increased?

(1) Jay's gross income increased by 8 percent on December 31.

(2) Jay's deductions increased by 16 percent on December 31.