text: 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_98 (roll VARCHAR, area VARCHAR, decile VARCHAR, authority VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What is the total roll with a decile less than 7, and an authority of state, in the Macraes Flat area?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT COUNT(roll) FROM table_name_98 WHERE decile = 7 AND authority = "state" AND area = "macraes flat"