[Grammar] Is there any difference in meaning between the sentences?

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Do the following two sentences mean the same?

1- If you find her, ask her "why did you do it?".

2- If you find her, ask her why she did it.
 
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subhajit123 said:
Do the following two sentences mean the same?

1- If you find her, ask her "Why did you do it?" (No full stop required here.)

2- If you find her, ask her why she did it.
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They are two different ways of describing the same situation, yes.
 
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