Which prefix means near or around the time of death?

• A. Ante-
• B. Peri-
• C. Post-
• D. Pre-

Answer: (B)

Understanding prefixes that express timing relative to an event is being tested. Peri- means around or near. When you apply it to death, perimortem refers to events that happen around the time of death—near that moment. This is exactly what "near or around the time of death" describes, making peri- the best fit. By contrast, ante- and pre- mean before the event, while post- means after the event, so they don’t capture the idea of being close to that death moment. Forensic contexts often use perimortem to describe injuries or conditions occurring around death, which aligns with this meaning.