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_23097214_1 (directed_by VARCHAR, season__number VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many directors directed episode 3 of the season?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(directed_by) FROM table_23097214_1 WHERE season__number = 3