The answer is D. action.
An action query is a type of query that makes changes to or moves records in a dynaset, in a single operation. Action queries can be used to update, append, delete, or make a copy of records in a database.
A select query is a type of query that retrieves data from a database. Select queries can be used to view data, create reports, or print data.
A summary query is a type of query that calculates totals or averages for a group of records. Summary queries can be used to create reports or to analyze data.
A parameter query is a type of query that prompts the user for input before running the query. Parameter queries can be used to customize the results of a query.