I am having trouble coming up with an answer to this, and I can't seem to find it in my textbook....can I get a little help?

Question

QUESTION---Explain why the speed of sound is faster in solids than in gases

Answer 1

solids are harder to squish.
look here:
https://www.khanacademy.org/science/physics/mechanical-waves-and-sound/sound-topic/v/relative-speed-of-sound-in-solids-liquids-and-gases

Answer 2

Thank you Damon :)