The correct answer is option B. a soldier hired to fight for another country
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Explanation:
A mercenary is a soldier who fights for another country in order to obtain an economic and personal benefit.
The mercenary will not care about the beliefs, religion or thoughts of the side for which he is fighting, but will only do it to make a profit. This differs from a soldier, who fights with honor for his nation.
Given this information we can say that the correct answer is option B.
