Which of the following statements about crime and deviance is incorrect?

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The term 'deviance' encompasses a wider range of behaviors than 'crime'.There is often an overlap between deviant behavior and criminal acts.Deviance can be used to describe actions of both individuals and groups.Deviant behavior is usually punished through legal means.

Explanation

Option D is false because deviance is not always legally penalized; many deviant acts may violate social norms without breaking the law. In contrast, crime specifically refers to behavior that is prohibited and punishable by law.