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_40 (rank INTEGER, places VARCHAR, nation VARCHAR, points VARCHAR)
### Question:
what is the highest rank for east germany with points of 128.98 and places less than 70?
### Answer:
SELECT MAX(rank) FROM table_name_40 WHERE nation = "east germany" AND points = 128.98 AND places < 70