Let $a,b,c$ be integers. Is there a reasonably concise condition on $(a,b,c)$ which ensures that $$ax^2+bxy+cy^2=\pm 1$$ has a solution in integers $x,y$?
In addition to direct answers I would also appreciate references to the literature. Thanks.
Let $a,b,c$ be integers. Is there a reasonably concise condition on $(a,b,c)$ which ensures that $$ax^2+bxy+cy^2=\pm 1$$ has a solution in integers $x,y$?
In addition to direct answers I would also appreciate references to the literature. Thanks.