text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_16268026_3 (preliminary_average VARCHAR, semifinal_average VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What is the preliminary average when the semifinal average is 8.834 (3) ?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT preliminary_average FROM table_16268026_3 WHERE semifinal_average = "8.834 (3)"