Problem: (1) He was also a nephew of Gyda Christensen , a brother of Johan Hambro , Carl Joachim and Cato , and from 1946 a step son of Elise Hambro .
(2) He was also a nephew of Gyda Christensen , a brother of Johan Hambro , Carl Joachim and Cato , and from 1946 a stepson of Elise Hambro .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) While Martin became lawyer and politician , James operated a successful sawmill near Monticello .
(2) While Martin became a lawyer and politician , James operated a successful sawmill near Monticello .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: yes

Problem: (1) The most important index letters for distinguishing the basic types are as follows :
(2) The basic index letters for distinguishing the important types are as follows :

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A: no

Problem: (1) The National Ports Authority provides port infrastructure and commercial services at the eight seaports in South Africa .
(2) The National Ports Authority provides port infrastructure and marine services at the eight commercial seaports in South Africa .

Do (1) and (2) mean the same thing?
A:
no