Problem: (1) In the final , Carlos Salamanca won the title and defeated Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo with 5 -- 7 , 6 -- 2 , 6 -- 1 .
(2) Carlos Salamanca won the title , defeating Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo 5 -- 7 , 6 -- 2 , 6 -- 1 in the final .

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

Problem: (1) The festival debuted in 2007 and was created in Phoenix , Arizona and has been held in San Diego , Houston and Zurich since then .
(2) The festival debuted in 2007 and originated in Phoenix , Arizona and has since been held in San Diego , Houston and Zurich .

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

Problem: (1) Local artists have created a unique oasis at the Azalea Community Park with the Water Conservation Garden , a collection of succulents and creative sculpture .
(2) At the Azalea Community Park , creative artists have created a unique oasis with the Water Conservation Garden , a collection of local plants and succulents .

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

Problem: (1) There are nine primary schools , 16 secondary schools and two schools for special education .
(2) There are nine secondary schools , 16 primary and two schools for special schools .

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