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_24427210_1 (payout___us VARCHAR, date VARCHAR)
### Question:
Name the total number of payout for december 28, 2009
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(payout___us) AS $__ FROM table_24427210_1 WHERE date = "December 28, 2009"