Why can't I select Disk Utility when I start in recovery mode?

Disk utility varification of HD detects requirement for repair and directs recovery mode startup.  When I startup in recovery mode I cannot select Disk Utility or any of the other options.  Likewise, I cannot select File, Edit, or any other options across the top of the screen?  Any ideas?

The menu comes up, but I can't select any of the options or the continue button.  I can move the arrow by moving my finger on the touch pad, but nothing is touch sensitive. 
The menu box has a blue line around the inside of it when it comes up, as though it has been selected.  I'm not at means anything.

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