Finding Summation of n^p with Bernoulli Numbers

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The discussion focuses on finding the summation of n^p using Bernoulli numbers, specifically addressing the formula involving B_k, the kth Bernoulli number. The original poster understands the mathematical components but struggles with the concept and calculation of Bernoulli numbers. They seek clarification on what Bernoulli numbers are and how to find them. A suggestion is made to refer to a table of Bernoulli numbers available on Wikipedia for easier access. Understanding Bernoulli numbers is essential for applying the summation formula correctly.
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Hey everyone,
I need some help trying to figure out how to find the summation of

n
\sum_{}^{\6}i^p
i=0

I was looking on the web and found on Wikipedia this formula off the http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summation" page. It looks like this assuming I copied it right (ignore the periods)

.n......p
\sum_{}^{\6}i^p = \frac{(n+1)^{p+1}}{p+1} + \sum_{}^{\5} \frac {B_k}{p-k+1} \left(\begin{array}{cc}p\\k\end{array}\right)(n+1)^{p-k+1}
i=0......k=1

I know how to do the math and know what almost all the variables mean. The only one that gets in my way of using this formula is B_k. Now B_k, as wikipedia says stands for kth Bernoulli number. I've tried looking at Google and Wikipedia to find out what the Bernoulli number is but I can't seem to find out what it really is. Can someone explain to me what the Bernoulli number is and how to calculate or find it? I don't know how to.

Many Thanks:smile:
 
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