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_name_40 (silver VARCHAR, total INTEGER)
### Question:
What is the total number of silver medals of the nation with more than 16 total medals?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(silver) FROM table_name_40 WHERE total > 16