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A 7th-decile Solve result does not automatically remove you from consideration. McKinsey evaluates the assessment together with the rest of the application, and there is not a public rule that only 9th- or 10th-decile candidates can interview.
That said, a higher score is obviously a stronger signal, so the strength of the resume, academics, experience, and office applicant pool still matters.
Do not self-reject based on one decile. If the application is active, prepare for interviews until McKinsey communicates the outcome. If useful, this guide on McKinsey Solve guide gives more detail.