Problem: (1) The dividends have increased the real '' total '' return on average equity to the double , about 3.2 % .
(2) The dividends have increased the total return on the average equity to double , approximately 3.2 % .

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

Problem: (1) The following year , studios and offices were moved to the station at 1484 Beech Street in Hornell , just outside Hornellsville .
(2) The following year , studios and offices for the station were moved to 1484 Beech Street in Hornell , just outside Hornellsville .

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

Problem: (1) Pilar is an American actress , best known for her role as Chontelle Moore .
(2) Pilar is an American actress known for her role as Chontelle Moore .

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

Problem: (1) In Brazil , the IPHONE brand was registered in 2000 by the company Gradiente Eletronica S.A. , and then IGB Eletronica S.A .
(2) In Brazil the brand IPHONE was in 2000 by the then company Gradiente Eletronica S.A. , now IGB Eletronica S.A .

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