Problem: Wwo sentences:
" In 1980 , 6 % of children aged six to 18 were overweight , " he said .
From 1976 to 1980 , it said , 6 percent of children ages 6 to 18 were overweight .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
He urged the US to provide clear rules on what would happen at possible trials .
Government sources said Mr Howard urged the US to provide clear rules governing any potential trials .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
" This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary .
" This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a press conference this afternoon .
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer: yes

Problem: Wwo sentences:
" We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 , " said a statement by Michael A. Cardozo , the city 's corporation counsel .
He added that : " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 . "
Do they have the same meaning?

Answer:
yes