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_31 (placings INTEGER, nation VARCHAR, points VARCHAR)
### Question:
Which Placings have a Nation of west germany, and Points larger than 303.72?
### Answer:
SELECT SUM(placings) FROM table_name_31 WHERE nation = "west germany" AND points > 303.72