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_17862135_3 (total_points VARCHAR, average VARCHAR)
### Question:
What are the total points for the team that averages 17.8?
### Answer:
SELECT total_points FROM table_17862135_3 WHERE average = "17.8"