A first authored paper by an undergraduate student is:
A) not possible.
B) unacceptable.
C) inappropriate.
D) possible.

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It is definitely possible for an undergraduate student to be the first author of a paper, as many universities and research programs encourage undergraduate research and offer opportunities for publication. While it may be less common than for graduate students or professors, it is not inappropriate or unacceptable. Students who have conducted significant research and made substantial contributions to the work should be recognized as first authors.

A First Authored Paper by an Undergraduate Student Is