So let me clarify this.
A "core bedding area" you believe can be less than 1 acre, given the proper conditions. Although in many cases is most likely a larger area.
A mature whitetail can have several of these core bedding areas, the aggregate sum of which is his "core area" in general. Meaning that's where the spends the most of his time, whether that is bedding, feeding, or otherwise staying alive.
Is this correct?
Kinda.
I'll draw you a map with cool mazes in it for you to understand later.
I can explain it better in person.. than via internet.
Plus.. I'm benching 325 lbs. right now as I type this.. which makes it harder for me too.