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_1708050_3 (avg_start VARCHAR, year VARCHAR)
### Question:
Name the total number when avg start is 2000
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(avg_start) FROM table_1708050_3 WHERE year = 2000