What does the 'Same or Different' coin flip determine before play?

• A. The number of players per team.
• B. The length of the game.
• C. The type of throw to be used.
• D. Which team will receive the disc and which ends they defend.

Answer: (D)

The main idea is that the opening coin flip sets who starts with the disc and which end zones the teams will defend. The winner of the flip gets to decide either to receive the disc or to choose which end zone they will defend, and the other team gets the remaining option. This matters because it gives the winning team an initial advantage in possession and can influence factors like wind or sun on the opening point. The other choices don’t fit because roster size, game length, and throw type aren’t determined by this flip.