Power adapter and three-prong plug

Hello,
My used iBook G3 500MHz came with a model A1036 power adapter. The AC cord has a three-prong plug.
Is this the correct adapter for this unit? Replacement power adapters all seem to have only a two-prong plug.
Is the three-prong plug necessary?
Thanks.
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Thanks, Ronda.
Since it states that, when replacing the AC cord, "replace like-for-like", can I assume that my three-prong adapter is indeed grounded, unlike the two-prong model?
Do your iBooks use the two- or three-prong adapters?
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