For the past month, Mikail has been getting only five to six hours of sleep, instead of the eight hours he is used to. Which of the following is a likely consequence of Mikail's reduced sleep?

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Mikail's reduced sleep is likely to impair his attention, especially on monotonous tasks, as sleep plays a critical role in attention restoration and consolidation of memories. Hallucinations and general disorientation are more likely to occur with severe sleep deprivation lasting several days or more. Inability to solve complex problems is a possible consequence of sleep deprivation, but it is not as likely as impaired attention. Night terrors are generally more common in children and are not necessarily related to sleep deprivation.

For the Past Month, Mikail Has Been Getting Only Five