The State of Georgia has declared a state of emergency due to hurricane that struck along the coast. Within the orders of the governor, he has declared a gas price freeze, meaning that gas stations are not allowed charge more than $3 per gallon of gas for the next two weeks. What is the intent of this policy? (1 point)

a price floor to increase the supply of gasoline
a price floor to cause gas shortages around Georgia
a price ceiling to help consumers afford gasoline
a price ceiling to decrease the demand for gasoline

The intent of this policy is a price ceiling to help consumers afford gasoline.