Which of the following objects cannot transit (i.e., pass in front of) the Sun as seen from Jupiter
A)Mars
B)Earth
C)Saturn
D)Mercury
E)Venus

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In order for an object to transit the Sun as seen from Jupiter, it must be located between Jupiter and the Sun. Saturn, which is further from the Sun than Jupiter, cannot transit the Sun as seen from Jupiter. Mars, Earth, Mercury, and Venus can transit the Sun as seen from Jupiter because they are all located closer to the Sun than Jupiter.

Which of the Following Objects Cannot Transit (I