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_54 (total INTEGER, nation VARCHAR, gold VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the average total with a nation of thailand with a gold smaller than 17?
### Answer:
SELECT AVG(total) FROM table_name_54 WHERE nation = "thailand" AND gold < 17