What outcome is expected from the Execute SQL Statement action?

The expected outcome from the Execute SQL Statement action is to run queries after a connection has been established. This action is part of the process where you perform specific SQL commands against a connected database, such as updates, deletions, or inserts, in addition to retrieving data with select statements.

Before executing a SQL statement, it is essential to have a valid database connection set up through a prior action. The Execute SQL Statement action leverages that established connection to transmit the SQL commands, allowing you to manipulate or retrieve data according to the logic defined in your automation workflow. This is why option B correctly identifies the primary function of the Execute SQL Statement action—utilizing an existing connection to perform SQL operations.

In other choices, establishing a new database connection is not the role of the Execute SQL Statement action, as it relies on an existing connection. Retrieving connection settings is not a function performed by this action either, and while it can execute select statements, it is not restricted to only those; it can run a variety of SQL commands.