Does Ceres ever transit Jupiter?

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Ceres does transit Jupiter, but such events are infrequent. The last notable close approach occurred in 2019. Observing Ceres during a transit requires a telescope capable of resolving small celestial bodies. A telescope with a minimum aperture of 4 inches is recommended for better visibility. Overall, while transits are rare, they can be observed with the right equipment.
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Does Ceres ever transit Jupiter? And if it does, how large of a telescope would I need to see it?
 
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