Problem: S1: Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret ( born June 2 , 1767 in Ludwigsburg ; died on 17 January 1845 in Stuttgart ) .
S2: Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret ( born June 2 , 1767 in Stuttgart , Germany , died 17 January 1845 in Ludwigsburg ) .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A: no

Problem: S1: Known brands are Alka-Seltzer in the United Kingdom and Eno in the United States .
S2: Well known brands are Alka-Seltzer in the United Kingdom , and Eno in the United States .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A: yes

Problem: S1: The prosperity of his establishment stimulated the creation of early ranches and growth in the region and created a population that the other city would define .
S2: The prosperity of his establishment stimulated the creation of early ranches and growth in the region , creating a population that would define the other city .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A:
yes