What does ‘AM’ stand for in timekeeping?
A Ante meridiem
B Around morning
C After midnight
Fact: The Latin term ‘ante meridiem’ means ‘before midday.’ It refers to the period from midnight to just before noon. In contrast, ‘PM’ stands for ‘post meridiem,’ meaning ‘after midday,’ covering the time from noon to just before midnight.
Correct Answer: Ante meridiem