Below is the list of tables from the database along with their columns and datatype. Need to generate an accurate SQL query for the question.
Only use the columns present in the respective table. Only use the columns which are required to generate the SQL query. Only use table joins if required and not otherwise.

### Tables ###
TABLE: CREATE TABLE table_22815568_7 (unemployment_rate VARCHAR, status VARCHAR, county VARCHAR)

### Question ###
What is the unemployment rate in those places in Alexander county whose status is transitional?

### Accurate SQL ###

SELECT unemployment_rate FROM table_22815568_7 WHERE status = "Transitional" AND county = "Alexander"