As part of a recent study, researchers examined the correlation between sleep patterns and academic performance among college students. The study surveyed over 500 undergraduate students from various disciplines and collected data on their sleeping habits and GPA scores. Surprisingly, the results indicated a strong positive correlation between the number of hours slept per night and GPA scores. However, further analysis revealed an interesting trend: students who reported irregular sleep schedules, defined as varying sleep times by more than two hours on different days of the week, consistently scored lower on their exams compared to those with consistent sleep patterns.
Based on these findings, which of the following conclusions can be most reasonably drawn?
A) College students who maintain consistent sleep schedules are more likely to achieve higher academic performance than those with irregular sleep patterns.
B) The number of hours slept per night is the sole determinant of academic success among college students.
C) GPA scores among college students are unrelated to their sleep patterns.
D) Varying sleep times by more than two hours on different days of the week has no impact on academic performance.
E) Students from certain disciplines are more likely to maintain consistent sleep schedules than students from others, thereby influencing their academic performance differently.